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- Medical Video: How To Choose a Sports Bra with 5 Tips And Tricks | Glamrs.com
- The wrong sports bra can make your breasts ache
- What should be studied before buying a sports bra?
- 1. Hook bra
- 2. Cup or bra bowl
- 3. Wire
- 4. Strap
- Choosing the right sports bra
- 1. Ability to support the breast
- 2. The right bra strap
- 3. Size ‘bowl’ bra
- 4. Bra material
Medical Video: How To Choose a Sports Bra with 5 Tips And Tricks | Glamrs.com
According to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, one in three female marathon runners complained of pain in their breasts while running. The study also states that the bigger the size of the bra, the more susceptible to feeling pain in the breast when exercising. If you like sports, find out how to choose the right sports bra for you in this article.
The wrong sports bra can make your breasts ache
About 1,285 female runners were asked about their habits while exercising and the intensity of their training. They were also asked about their medical history and how often they had pain in their breasts. The result, found 32 percent of women feel pain in the breast and that number has a correlation with the size of the bra used.
Pain is felt by one in four women who have a bra cup size A. While half of women with a cup size C or more, suffer from pain or pain. Half of those who experience pain in the breast, say that the pain appears when doing exercise or fitness with moderate intensity.
While 64 percent said they felt pain when exercising with high intensity. Even the pain is still felt, even though they already use bras for sports.
According to health and sports instructor Nicola Brown at St. Mary’s University College at Twickenham, London, uses Sports bras do not guarantee you avoid pain when exercising. Because not necessarily you use the right sports bra, which is able to support the breast properly.
What should be studied before buying a sports bra?
If you want to still feel comfortable while exercising, wear sports brathe right one is a must. The following are the things you must be careful when buying sports bra.
1. Hook bra
The part that surrounds the breast to the back should be tight enough, but still comfortable so that when you move, the breasts do not shake violently. Therefore, choose a wide, cotton or hook lycra which is comfortable to use and easy to absorb sweat.
2. Cup or bra bowl
Women often do not realize that the bra size that is used is not right. Using a bra that is too small will cause pain in the muscles. Whereas if it is too large, the breasts will appear to fall. To avoid this, don't be too hasty when buying a bra. Measure correctly and if necessary ask for the opinion of the shopkeeper.
3. Wire
The curvature of the bra wire must follow the curvature of the underline of the breast, so that the breast falls just above the wire. If you need to choose a sports bra whose material is longer than the wire and passes through the breast line.
4. Strap
Avoid choosing thin straps. A thin bra strap will reduce the ability of the bra to support the breast. Also avoid using a bra strap that is too tight because it can cause the bottom of the bra to rise to the top, so that the breasts do not support properly.
Choosing the right sports bra
Here are some important tips that can help you choose the right sports bra.
1. Ability to support the breast
A sports bra must be able to compress the breast properly by keeping it in a position close to the chest. a loose sports bra will make your breasts swing. But sports bras also shouldn't be too tight. Bra that is too tight will make it difficult for you to breathe. A good compression sports bra can prevent breasts from getting injured when exercising.
2. The right bra strap
Sports bra straps should not hurt you. Bra straps should make your breasts lift. Bra straps must be made of material that is strong and not easily loosened. Shocks when doing sports can make the bra strap quickly damaged or broken.
3. Size ‘bowl’ bra
Choose a bra that has a separate 'bowl'. This is so that the breasts are not 'fused' when doing sports. The right bra bowl will also be able to lift the breast well, so it doesn't swing during exercise. The right bra bowl will also make your appearance more attractive.
4. Bra material
Material for sports bras should be chosen which is of high quality and can absorb sweat well. The ideal sports bra is also made of material that is elastic enough to accommodate various movements in sports.
When you want to buy a sports bra, having a variety of alternative choices beforehand will also help in choosing the right product and according to your wishes. Choosing a sports bra must be tailored to the body and the type of exercise you want to do. The right sports bra will provide optimal protection for the breast.
