Wendi Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 So now that I work out at the gym several times a week and take horseback riding lessons, I need to get some new bOOkshelves with proper support and anti-bounce. I HATE the ones I currently have; they're the cheapo basic ones that cause the dreaded uniboob. I don't do significant impact activities at the gym yet; I mostly walk briskly on the treadmill with intervals of jogging. (I hate jogging/running, but my trainer wants me to.) Obviously sitting the trot is a bit bouncy, which is one of the reasons I'm working on learning to post! :D I have been looking online, and everything I've seen recommended is $50-$60! :scared: I can't afford more than one at that price. Can anyone recommend something in the $25-$30 range, so I could get a couple? Thanks, Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 I run. I have large bOOks. Really large! I spent the $$ on this. It is wonderful. I only have one and wash it by hand each day to wear the next. I found nothing in the price range you discussed that would keep the girls in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jar7709 Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 (edited) How big? I'm afraid the best ones for larger endowments come along with the larger endowment price. Extra engineering needed, or something. I am a DD (maybe that's not big enough?) and love the Moving Comfort "Fiona". They are fairly expensive new but so common that if you do a search for ones with last season's colors, they get down to about $20. Edited September 24, 2012 by jar7709 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsfamily Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 So now that I work out at the gym several times a week and take horseback riding lessons, I need to get some new bOOkshelves with proper support and anti-bounce. I HATE the ones I currently have; they're the cheapo basic ones that cause the dreaded uniboob. I don't do significant impact activities at the gym yet; I mostly walk briskly on the treadmill with intervals of jogging. (I hate jogging/running, but my trainer wants me to.) Obviously sitting the trot is a bit bouncy, which is one of the reasons I'm working on learning to post! :D I have been looking online, and everything I've seen recommended is $50-$60! :scared: I can't afford more than one at that price. Can anyone recommend something in the $25-$30 range, so I could get a couple? Thanks, Wendi :bigear: I also have those issues (30E). I used to wear two sports bras but that atill didn't give me the support I needed. Once I started training for my first half marathon, I decided to invest some money. Unfortunately, I haven't found anything that works at a low price point. My favorite for running is the Moving Comfort Fiona which I can find on sale for $40 occasionally. This one doesn't allow the bOOks to move at all and is super comfortable on even my longest runs. My favorite for lifting/Crossfitting is the Lululemon TaTa Tamer II which is pricey. I got two with a birthday gift certificate. I like it because of the criscrossed back and less compression. They were a total splurge because of the certificate. The Fiona works just fine for lifting too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trilliums Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 I bought this one a few months ago: http://www.titlenine.com/product/313801.do#.UGDPhre9Kc0 It is definitely bounce free and the only bra i can run in. i picked this one because i wanted a front enclosure. It is also not very comfortable across my shoulders though . I only wear it for jogging and taekwondo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth in MN Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 As an aside, my dd says "Mama, you don't have b00ks. You have a complete set of the Encyclopedia Britannica before they converted to CDs." I don't know if I should laugh at the humor or cry and the truth... :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie911 Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 I run. I have large bOOks. Really large! I spent the $$ on this. It is wonderful. I only have one and wash it by hand each day to wear the next. I found nothing in the price range you discussed that would keep the girls in place. :iagree:Best sports bra I've found for larger bOOks. I usually get them from figleaves.com. I rarely see them on sale anywhere, unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Sorry, but you are going to have to shell out big bucks for support. Just buy one and hand wash it frequently! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 It depends how big the b00ks and what type of activity you are doing. For light/medium impact when I'm not pregnant or nursing, I can get away with double-layering a tank with a built-in shelf bra over a regular C9 sports bra (the one Target sells that says is maximum support). For high-impact and when I'm pregnant/nursing, I do have to wear the Enell. I'm a 36 full C or 34 not-full D depending on brand when not pregnant/nursing. The C9 sports bras in my drawer say 36C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted September 25, 2012 Author Share Posted September 25, 2012 Well, I'm about 38D. I'm not doing anything bouncy enough for long enough to cause pain or serious discomfort; I just feel more comfortable (and less self-conscious) when things are stable, KWIM? I've been using some of the inexpensive ones, but I feel so unattractive with everything smooshed together and flattened. Now that I'm exercising so much more frequently, I thought I'd invest in a couple of new ones. But it sounds like there's not really anything in the cheaper price range that will really work. So I might just buy one now, and another one when I can afford it. Thanks! Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchel210 Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 I buy mine at Figleaves.com or brastop.com Figleaves works better for me because you can do a return to a US address and then they reship free if you have to exchange. I have my Freya for exercise. It is wonderful. They have sales and coupons all the time and shipping is like $4.00 I believe Nordstroms carries this brand but I cant buy them there as they are very expensive in that store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 I have an Enell. I also have started putting a stretchy, Ahh Bra under my regular one for more support. It's a stop-gap until I can get a better fitting bra, but it works well for me. I have a tendency to "leak out" under underwire bras. Aaannnd that was way TMI...;):001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 I would rather have *one* really fantastic sports bra than two mediocre ones. Absolutely, unequivocally. The very best I've found for me is the Freya Maximum Control Underwire sports bra. List price is $60, but I've found them for as little as $35 from time to time. http://www.barenecessities.com/Freya-Sports-Bras-Bras_catalog_nxs,31,vendor,750,style,31.htm It makes such a *radical* difference in my experience of running that it's well worth it to have only one bra and wash it by hand between uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cammie Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 Same problem...I have two really great Nike ones but they do give the uniboob impression! I then have a couple that I wear double - that is the best support I have found. I would like to get some with front or back enclosures....squeezing in over my head is getting old! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom22ns Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 I have a Moving Comfort Fiona and use it only for walking and biking. It just isn't supportive enough for running or high impact aerobics. The Moving Comfort Juno is my "these books are staying put no matter what" choice. It is not the most comfortable, but it is supportive! I used to have a Champion (actually I had 4 of them) that I loved, but they all wore out and the style is no longer made. I highly recommend going to a sporting goods store or running store and trying on LOTS of options. To me a D cup isn't very large and I think almost all the brands would have offerings in that size. Once you find one or a few that you like, start shopping locally and online and find the best prices! Some can be found on sales or for serious discounts. Many will go half price at the end of season (each season) as they change the colors or closeout a certain model. Online stores will typically have lower everyday prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abacus2 Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 Another vote for Moving Comfort Fiona. I'm a 38DD and really think these are sufficient for any activity for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted September 25, 2012 Author Share Posted September 25, 2012 Thanks, everyone. I think I will head to the sporting goods store and try some on. Looks like Amazon has some decent prices one select styles and colors, so I may be able to get one now at the store, and pick up some extras in the future on Amazon once I know what I like. Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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