For every size from A to F.
Finding the perfect sports bra is no easy task (understatement of the year, I know). Some ride up, or dig into your shoulders. Others look cute in yoga class, then become disastrous during a run (painful bouncing boobs—#fail.)
Plus, it’s mega-hard to tell if that sports bra that feels great in the fitting room will actually hold up during HIIT. (You can only do so many jumping jacks in a Nordstrom Rack changing area.) That’s why I asked Women’s Health staffers for their tried and true picks.
North Face Stow-N-Go Bra
Bra size: 36A
Best for: Medium-impact
“It’s super simple, soft, easy to get on and off, and doesn’t chafe. I don’t need a ton of support since I have small boobs, but this one is just the right amount of coverage for me for running. Plus it comes in cute patterns, and offers even more support for bouncy HIIT workouts. I’d say this one is higher/medium impact.” — Kristin Canning, associate editor
Outdoor Voices Venus Crop
Size: 34B
Best for: Low-impact
“This is my absolute favorite yoga sports bra. You can wear it as a sports bra or a top, it’s so cute, and it’s really comfortable!” — Robin Hilmantel, site director
Fabletics Lucinda Sports Bra
Size: 34C
Best for: Low-impact
“Ah, my go-to yoga sports bra! The lightweight material of the Lucinda allows my breasts to breath easy yet keeps them in place through vinyasa. Plus, I love going shirtless with this one on—the back is neat!” — Nicoletta Richardson, social media editor
Lululemon Energy Bra
Size: 32C or 32 D
Best for: Medium-impact
“I currently own this bra in three different colors. It’s incredibly comfortable, and I love that it doesn’t have a ton of extra padding. The crossback detail looks really cute under a low-back workout tank. And unlike some strappy sports bras, this one sits nicely and doesn’t dig in to my shoulders or shift during a workout. It’s great for a low-impact workout like yoga or barre, but I’ve also worn it with success during a boxing class and run. Plus, it comes in any color or pattern you could want!” — Kristine Thomason, associate editor
Old Navy High-Support Racerback Sports Bra
Bra size: 36C or 36D
Best for: High-impact
“This is my favorite high-impact sports bra. I’ve tried other high-support sports bras and the compression is so tight around the band it’s physically uncomfortable. The cupping keeps my boobs in place when I run or do a HIIT class. The fish-eye hook detail around the band keeps the bra fitting snuggly while still allowing me to breath. It’s also cute enough with the peekaboo detailing and slight V that it can also be worn alone.” — Amanda Becker, digital designer
Brooks Juno Sports Bra
Bra size: 40D
Best for: High-impact
“I honestly never thought I could be a runner until I got this bra (the bouncing around was actually painful) but once I strapped myself into this thing I immediately signed up for a 5K. I like that all the straps are easily adjustable so I can make it as secure as I need—they Velcro in the front so you can even adjust them mid-workout pretty easily.” — Amanda Lucci, senior social media editor
Victoria’s Secret Incredible Knockout Front Close Sports Bra
Bra size: 32DD
Best for: High-impact
“I work out ~a lot~ and I’ve got a, uh, sizeable chest, so support is key when it comes to sports bras. I love these front-zip ones by Victoria’s Secret because it’s a bra within a bra—the base is like a regular underwire bra with a zippered layer on top. Basically, it’s double the support. And, while I don’t work out in the sports bra alone, there’s something inherently sexy about a zip-front bra.” — Amber Brenza, health editor
Enell Sports Bra
Bra size: 34F
Best for: High-impact
“The Enell sports bra is not sexy (just being honest here!), but it is literally the only sports bra that supports my 34F boobs through everything from high-intensity workouts to marathon training. Does it look cute with a racerback top? No. Does it look like something my grandma would wear? Yes. Do I care? Not one bit. I would rather wear a super-ugly sports bra that actually does its job than deal with pain (there is NO reason for your boobs to be sore after a run…) and sagging down the line.” — Amanda Woerner, deputy editor.
