Best sports bras
The best sports bras for every level of effort
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Your support makes all the difference.The best way to keep your new year's resolutions is to do to it with style! Whether you wish to go to the gym on a regular basis, run outside or get back to your childhood sports, the Indybest team has tried out different types of sports bras on the market to make sure you’ve got the best and perfect fit. It can be difficult to make a decision with so many sports bras on the market - but knowing what bras are made for a specific type of exercise is important - and here are the ones that retained our attention for this year’s best sports bras review.
High-intensity training
Skin’s Dnamic high impact: $74.99, Skin's
Skin is known for its compression sportswear, and Skin’s compression sports bra is definitely the most reliable bra on the market for high-intensity training. Whether you’re looking for support to run, do CrossFit or play basketball, the DNAmic will make sure your breast is supported, doesn’t move and - no matter the size. The bra has pins on the size to strengthen it once it’s on, which makes it easy to put on and off, and even tighter on the body.
New Balance’s Power Bra: $59.99, New Balance
With this bra on, we promise that your whole body won’t feel any impact on it. The power bra keeps it captive, in a comfortable way. The straps are adjustable, and the pads are thick enough to support bigger bra sizes too. New Balance’s quality fabric is also the most affordable of our top high-intensity sports bras, and offer similar support. Overall, the Power Bra is a good one to invest in, as it is reliable, comfortable and adjustable!
Lululemon’s Enlite: $98, Lululemon
Lululemon does not need an introduction anymore: the company is now internationally known mostly for its yoga outfits, but also offers a wide variety of other sportswear that is comfortable and made of top-quality material. Of course, Lululemon is more expensive than any other one, but there’s a reason why and is worth the investment.
Mid-impact training
Janji’s W’s: $44, Run Janji
This sports bra is light enough so your body feels free to move without even feeling it, but support your breast enough that your efforts cycling, skiing or spinning won’t be a hassle. The plus is that Janji’s colorful and punchy patterns will enlighten any training session. Made of a mix of polyester and spandex, the W’s is breathable as well as very comfortable. It is also equipped with a reflective logo on the back. It supports best smaller bra cup from A to C. Plus, by buying Janji, your support clean water initiative in Uganda.
Under Armour’s Crossback Clutch Print sport bra: $33, Under Armour
This bra is so comfortable that it feels like a second skin, and the patterns on it are also enjoyable to watch. The material it is made of allows you to sweat intensively during your spinning session, but also to dry pretty quickly when you head home, as the mix of polyester and Elastane. Plus, Under Armor has thought of everything as the bra has two hidden pockets for your keys and card, or whatever other small items you want to take with you! Overall, Indybest highly recommends UA’s cross back for efforts like biking, Zumba, or hiking.
Fila’s Brenda sports bra: $35, Zumiez
For the stylish, fashionable athletes around - Fila has recently come out with a sports bra that is great for mid intensity training, where you also want to show off your skills and style! The bra is comfortable, supports your breast perfectly and is nice to watch as well. Small confection details also make this bra one of Indybest’s first choices for any gym-related training or dancing session where you want all eyes on you - for good reasons!
Light impact
Fabletic’s Portia sports bra: $15, Fabletics
Everlane’s always affordable sportswear line is comfy, but some of its back patterns add a special touch and support! Overall, this bra will please your budget with similar results as other high-end sports brands. Even though this bra is considered a mid-impact one, it also works perfectly for lower impact activies, so Indybest highly recommends it.
New Balance’s Evolve Halter: $44.99, New Balance
New Balance’s Evolve Halter is perfect for yoga, as it is quite long, has good padding, and is available is such a wide variety of colors that you’ll fall in love with it right away. The bra will espouse your body in any slow movement you want to do, and your tree pose will be as good looking as it could! Namaste!
And...
Aritzia’s Flex Studio bra: $42, Aritzia
Ok, for those of you who are still figuring out what sport you want to practice, you are not left out either. Aritzia’s Flex Studio Bra is the perfect bra for low to high impact training, as it supports your breast perfectly, but could also be used for training with moderate impact. Furthermore, once your purchase one of Aritzia’s Flex Studio sports bra, it becomes difficult not to wear it even in your daily life! This bra is super comfortable, your breast look great in it and the material it is made of breathes and absorbs your sweat.
The Verdict
If you’re a runner or aerobic athlete, Skin’s Dnamic high impact is a must - This is the bra that will support your breast the most, with its unique compression features, and detailed confection, but New Balance’s Power Bra isn’t far behind. For the bikers, spinners or skiers, Janji is definitely a brand to discover, and Fila will also just do the trick with style! Whatever sport is part of your New Year’s resolution, just make sure you pick a bra that is appropriate for your effort. For the newbies who haven’t exactly picked a favorite sport yet, Aritzia’s Flex Studio Bra is a perfect option.