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Sports Bras for Real Curves

July 24, 2008

Bigger than a B cup? Then you know finding a sports bra that is comfortable, stylish, and stops unwanted bouncing can be a challenge. “Look for a bra that’s adjustable, has wide straps, and is made of sweat-wicking fabric,” says Tomima Edmark, apparel-design expert and creator of the lingerie Web site HerRoom.com. Our testers (all size 36C or above) put six designs through their paces; here’s how the bras stacked up.

Download our handy chart comparing the six bras we tested.

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By Beth Dreher

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Sports Bras for Real Curves: Champion Powersleek Sports Bra

July 24, 2008

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Details:
$40; www.championusa.com

Support:
Impressive—our D-cup tester could run in it, no problem.

Comfort:
Keeps you cool and wicks sweat well; ample, adjustable straps and band, and nylon-polyester material make for a great fit. It’s so comfy that a few testers forgot they were even wearing it.

Looks:
Beware the uniboob. Plus, the no-frills style definitely isn’t couture.

Sizes:
34C to 44DDD

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By Beth Dreher

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Sports Bras for Real Curves: Moving Comfort Fiona

July 24, 2008

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Details:
$44; www.movingcomfort.com

Support:
Combo of polyester-spandex material and hook-and-eye closures in back hold up well for low- and medium-impact activities like Pilates and cycling. Read More

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Sports Bras for Real Curves: Patagonia Active Sport High Impact Bra

July 24, 2008

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Details:
$50; www.patagonia.com

Support:
Despite having adjustable straps, it only stops jiggle for low-impact activities like yoga and strength training. Read More

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Sports Bras for Real Curves: Enell Sport Bra

July 24, 2008

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Details:
$60; www.enell.com

Support:
Above average, thanks to the superclose fit and 11 hook-and-eyes in front. Read More

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Sports Bras for Real Curves: Adidas Simia Wired Bra

July 24, 2008

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Details:
$40; www.adidas.com

Support:
With help from an underwire and wide adjustable straps, this bra handles anything up to medium-impact like a Spinning or ballet class. Read More

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Sports Bras for Real Curves: Nike Zip Front Bra

July 24, 2008

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Details:
$45; www.nike.com

Support:
Thanks in part to the adjustable straps, it works for medium-impact activities like power-walking and inline skating. Read More

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Rob Parr’s Strength-Building Celebrity Workout

July 23, 2008

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Trainer Rob Parr has helped sculpt the age-proof bodies of Demi Moore, Madonna, and other celebs with muscle-firming moves like these from his new book, Star Quality: The Red Carpet Workout for the Celebrity Body of Your Dreams (out in August).

How-to: Do the 5-minute cycle circuit-style (1 move right after another), rest for 1 minute, then repeat. Do 3 cycles, 2–3 times per week, and you’ll see results in just 3–4 weeks.

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Celebrity Workout: Pump-Lunge

July 23, 2008

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Pump-lunge
for thighs and butt

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hands on your hips. Step forward about 2 feet with left leg, allowing right heel to lift off the ground. Lower into a lunge position, keeping your left knee directly above your left foot. Hold this position for 2–3 seconds, then slowly straighten your legs partway. (Don’t fully stand up.) Return to lunge position to complete 1 rep. Do 20 reps with your left leg, then switch sides and repeat.

Trainer tip: For best results, keep the movement slow and controlled.

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Celebrity Workout: Power Skating

July 23, 2008

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Power-skating A
for thighs and butt

Stand with knees slightly bent and feet hip-width apart. Bend forward at the waist, hold elbows to 90-degrees, and lift right foot just off the ground.

Power-skating B

Pushing off your left foot, jump about 3 feet to the right, landing on your right foot. Move your left foot toward the right, keeping it about an inch off the ground. Push off with your right foot, and jump about 3 feet to the left to complete 1 rep. Do 50 reps.

Trainer tip: Swing your arms in the direction you’re jumping to help your balance.

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