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Sports Bra Care – Looking After Your Investment
30/04/2019
So you’ve finally bitten the bullet and replaced your old, worn out Sports Bra with a shiny new one. How good does it feel? Supported once again! You don’t realise how unsupportive your old one was until you don a new one. As we all know good sports bras are not cheap. We want to look after them to get the longest possible use out of them whilst ensuring they continue to support us. Not just for our breasts but for our hip pocket. So what can we do to prolong their lifespan? Investing a little time and effort in… Read More »
Exercising Whilst Breastfeeding: What You Need to Know.
21/03/2019
So you’re pregnant, congratulations. Life is about to change in so many ways and your pregnancy journey will change your body in many ways. One of the least desired of these changes is weight gain. As the saying goes you are now eating for two (well maybe one and a half!) and are often craving some weird and wonderful things, things not always good for your waistline. Doctors will often advise you that weight gain is completely normal after all you are growing a baby inside you. Ensuring your baby is healthy takes precedence over weight concerns which can be… Read More »
Finding the right Sports Bra after Breast Implants
06/02/2019
Being able to return to exercise is a significant milestone after breast augmentation. Finding the right sports bra after breast implants isn’t always easy. The Sports Bra you used to wear will not fit properly or provide the level of support you need for your new breasts. Instead of just wearing any old sports bra, you will want to protect your investment. You’ll need a high quality, well designed sports bra that offers both support and comfort. Finding a good fit with implants You would have agreed with your doctor on the size you wanted to be, but other factors… Read More »
Sports Bras for Fuller Busts
10/01/2019
If you are fuller in the bust it can be difficult to find a supportive sports bra. It’s often even h... Read More »
Sports Bra Back Types
17/12/2018
We all know what the front of our sports bra does; it holds our assets. Hopefully firmly in place whilst we... Read More »
5 Reasons Your Breasts Are Sore
07/12/2018
Most of the time they just sit there minding their own business regardless of their size or shape but now a... Read More »
Sports Bra Focus: Anita Active DynamiXstar
29/11/2018
Today I will be taking a look at one of my favourites; the Anita Active DynamiXstar sports bra. As Anita ... Read More »
Why do Breasts Bounce?
20/11/2018
It is a fact that every woman knows; when moving our breasts bounce. The more we move the more they bounce;... Read More »
Benefits of Working Out with a Partner
05/11/2018
Working out with a partner is a great way of combining exercise and a catch up, but do we actually get the ... Read More »
Things Your Sports Bra Should Do
24/10/2018
If you exercise you’ll appreciate all your sports bra does to keep you comfortable and supported. And if y... Read More »
Equestrian Hub Blog: Should Female Riders Wear a Sports Bra?
16/10/2018
I recently wrote this blog at the request of Equestrian Hub to provide sports bra advice to their female re... Read More »
Sports Bras for Cricket
11/10/2018
Sports Bras for Cricket Well we’ve had a look at Tennis and the features good sports bras should have to ke... Read More »
Sports Bras for Tennis
28/09/2018
As the weather warms up and we start approaching tennis season it’s important to look at the condition of y... Read More »
Sports Bra Brand Focus: Glamorise Sport
17/09/2018
Sports Bras Direct are excited to announce that we now stock Glamorise Sports Bras. But who are Glamorise?... Read More »
We Are Becoming A Social Enterprise
17/08/2018
Sports Bras Direct is evolving to become a Social Enterprise, and we are incredibly excited about this chan... Read More »
Exercising with Bigger Breasts
09/08/2018
Let’s be honest, exercising with bigger breasts can be a nightmare. Breast pain, back pain, feeling self c... Read More »
10 Minute Cardio Blast for when you are short on time
30/07/2018
When you are short on time it’s easy to forego your run or visit to the gym. However research has shown th... Read More »
7 Tips to Keep Your Motivation During Winter
17/07/2018
We are mid way through winter, and it’s very common during the colder months to lose your motivation to kee... Read More »
Sports Bra Focus – Triumph Triaction Magic Motion
04/07/2018
Triumph are continually researching and tweaking their sports bras designs, making use of new fabrics and m... Read More »
10 Common Sports Bra Fitting Problems and How to Solve Them
07/06/2018
A sports bra is an essential piece of exercise equipment for women, but unfortunately sports bra fitting pr... Read More »
Treadmill vs Outdoor Running
23/05/2018
Some runners (or walkers) crave the great outdoors while others like the simplicity of the treadmill. Is th... Read More »
History of the Sports Bra
02/05/2018
In today’s modern world there is a huge range of varied activities available to women, from the simplicity ... Read More »
Pilates vs Yoga
09/04/2018
Are you thinking of taking up pilates or yoga and not sure which one to go for? It is common to find that ... Read More »
A Healthier Easter
26/03/2018
For many of us Easter involves taking a few days off work, over indulging on chocolate and hot cross buns a... Read More »
Sports Bra Brand Focus – Shock Absorber
16/03/2018
It all began for Shock Absorber in 1994. Research carried out at Edinburgh University in Scotland initiates... Read More »
The Anatomy of a Sports Bra
28/02/2018
Sports bra’s have revolutionised breast comfort and support for active women. From the humble beginnings o... Read More »
Can Sports Bras be Used for Everyday Wear?
16/02/2018
Historically sports bras were only considered for those hot sweaty workouts or sports sessions, but over th... Read More »
Sports Bra Brand Focus – Brooks Moving Comfort
31/01/2018
We love the quality and comfort of the Brooks Moving Comfort sports bras and they are popular with our cust... Read More »
Sports Bra Bestsellers 2017
24/01/2018
In 2017 Sports Bras Direct supported a lot of women. So what were the most purchased sports bras? We’ve run... Read More »
Sport Bra Impact Levels – What Do They Mean?
17/01/2018
You’ve recently reignited your running career after some time off. You dust off your shoes, slip on your fa... Read More »
Are Sports Bras Needed for Low Impact Activities?
17/11/2017
Information on sports bras and breast support is often related to activities involving lots of fast movemen... Read More »
Cavalletti Clips Video
04/11/2017
SBD were really proud to be approached by Cavalletti Equine Marketplace to be involved in a Cavalletti clip... Read More »
Elomi Energise Sports Bra Review
25/10/2017
Nothing we love more than a great sports bra (pretty obvious huh) and for the fuller busted ladies out ther... Read More »
Your Breasts and the Big ‘C’
18/10/2017
At SBD we are all about helping you achieve the best support for your breasts but we also want to make sure... Read More »
New Product Release – PINKCLOVER BREASTBAND
28/09/2017
I love helping active women find the best support for their breasts. As many of you know it was my own pers... Read More »
A Spotlight on Maternity Sports Bras
12/09/2017
While I was pregnant I often heard that exercising for 30 minutes or more a day during pregnancy and breast... Read More »
Sports Bras: What Does ‘Compression’ or ‘Encapsulation’ Actually Mean?
07/08/2017
A well-fitting, supportive sports bra goes a long way in reducing physical and psychological discomfort dur... Read More »
Sports Bra Brand Focus – Anita Active
18/07/2017
At Sports Bras Direct we love the Anita Active range. Innovative materials, functional designs and quality... Read More »
Sports Bras Are A Must For Active Teens
06/07/2017
There are many activities available for young girls to participate in and often a specific team uniform or ... Read More »
Should Horse Riders Wear a Sports Bra?
08/06/2017
I recently read a statistic that around 90% of marathon runners say they always wear a sports bra, yet as f... Read More »
Underwired vs Wirefree Sports Bra
21/05/2017
Whether you choose an underwired or wire free sports bra is very much down to personal choice. But how muc... Read More »
Is it Time to Replace Your Sports Bra?
07/05/2017
When you finally find that perfect sports bra, it’s really comfortable and supportive, you want to keep usi... Read More »
