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Benefits of Working Out With a Partner

Working out with a partner is a great way of combining exercise and a catch up, but do we actually get the job done or does the chatting take over?  A lot may depend on the chosen activity and the chosen friend, but there are definitely some added benefits of working out with a partner rather than going it alone.

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Brand in Focus – Glamorise Sport

Sports Bras Direct are proud to stock Glamorise Sports Bras. A brand that truely cater for the fuller figured woman. But who are Glamorise?

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Exercising with Bigger Breasts

Exercising with Bigger Breasts Updated 8 February 2021. Let’s be honest, exercising with bigger breasts can be a nightmare.  Breast pain, back pain, feeling self conscious, inability to do certain exercises or positions. All of these are common complaints. In a 2015 issue of the Journal of Physical Activity and Health, a study by British […]

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10 Minute Cardio Blast for When you are Short on Time

When you are short on time it’s easy to forego your run or visit to the gym.  However research has shown that small bursts of activity on a regular basis have measurable health benefits.  Not only is a cardio blast great for your body, it also helps you to calm your mind too, gaining some clarity and focus for the day. So don’t let a busy day ahead prevent you from exercising. Follow this 10 minute cardio blast – no equipment needed to set you up for the day ahead. Don’t forget to pop on your sports bra!

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7 Tips to Keep your Motivation During Winter

We are mid way through winter, and it’s very common during the colder months to lose your motivation to keep active.  Cold nights and shorter days are definitely not as appealing as warm mornings and bright sunshine.  Its hard to leave the warmth of your bed and head outside, but leading an active lifestyle means keeping active all 12 months of the year.  How can you fire up your enthusiasm and keep your motivation during winter?

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Treadmill vs Outdoor Running

Some runners (or walkers) crave the great outdoors while others like the simplicity of the treadmill. Is there really a big difference with running?  Is one better than the other?  There is no simple answer as there are pros and cons to each, a lot depends on your training goals. Let’s take a look at Treadmill vs Outdoor Running.

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Pilates or Yoga?

Are you thinking of taking up pilates or yoga and not sure which one to go for?  It is common to find that some women are devoted to their morning yoga while others are pilates advocates.  They are both low-impact workouts which appear to offer similar benefits around lengthening and strengthening the body.  So how do you choose?  Lets first look at the origins and basis of each discipline and then make some comparisons to help you decide.

A Healthier Easter

A Healthier Easter

For many of us Easter involves taking a few days off work, over indulging on chocolate and hot cross buns and missing out on exercise as your regular class is cancelled.  Certainly we at SBD are all for a little over indulgence now and again, but the best approach is to try and achieve some balance.  Rest and relaxation is good for both the body and the mind, but so is using some of the extra time off work to get out and move! Hence to help you out we have posted some tips and recipes below for some healthier Easter treats as well as some workout suggestions to get your heart rate up and burn off some of that over indulgence!

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Brand in Focus – Shock Absorber

It all began for Shock Absorber UK in 1994. Research carried out at Edinburgh University in Scotland initiates the development of their original sports bra. This bra, designed specifically to counteract the negative effects of exercise on women’s breasts, was a breakthrough for women athletes worldwide. Following this Shock Absorber developed a range of sports bras. With a wide range of styles and cup sizes up to a G cup all designed to different impact levels.

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Brand in Focus – Brooks Moving Comfort

We love the quality and comfort of the Brooks Moving Comfort sports bras. Also they are popular with our customers too. With the Juno being the leader of the pack.  By understanding the unique needs of active women, Moving Comfort has perfected fit, support and comfort. Hence becoming a leader in sports bra design and development.  But at Sports Bras Direct we also love a good story about strong determined women. Above all the origins of Moving Comfort is exactly that…

Cavalletti Clips Video

Cavalletti Clips Video

Sports Bras Direct were really proud to be approached by Cavalletti Equine Marketplace. They asked us to be involved in a Cavalletti clips video they were creating for their facebook followers.  The owner of Cavalletti, Kate Majors, had realised that bouncing breasts were a real issue for horse riding ladies.  She had seen first hand women at events wearing two or three bras. Often taping around themselves to hold their ladies down!  Kate was on a mission to not only increase awareness of this issue. But also to help solve the problem…which is why she contacted Sports Bras Direct.

Your Breasts and the Big C

Your Breasts and the Big ‘C’

Welcome to the world of boob care – where self-love and health come together to form the perfect pair! Your breasts, whether they’re A cups, Ks, or anything in between, are uniquely yours and deserving of the utmost care. But beyond just feeling good in a bra, it’s essential to understand how to care for your breasts to prevent breast cancer and maintain overall health.

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New Product Release – PINKCLOVER Breastband

I love helping active women find the best support for their breasts. As many of you know it was my own personal struggle in this area that gave me the determination to find women a better solution…sportsbrasdirect.com.au was born.  The most common question that women ask me is “what will stop the bounce?”

Brand in Focus - Anita Active

Brand in Focus – Anita Active

In the quiet town of Dresden, Germany, where history whispers through cobblestone streets and culture is embedded in the fabric of daily life, a brand was born. Anita Lingerie, established in 1886 by Ernst Max Helbig, embarked on a journey that would transcend eras, redefine industry standards, and ultimately become a symbol of empowerment for women across the globe.

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