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10 Signs You Are Wearing the Wrong Bra Size

10 Signs You’re Wearing the Wrong Bra Size Updated 10 September 2025 Most of us have been there. You slip on your bra in the morning and by lunchtime you’re fidgeting, adjusting, and dreaming of the moment you can take it off. The truth? It’s probably not you—it’s the bra. Or more accurately, the bra […]

Woman wearing a Red sports bra.

Sports Bra Science Keeps Larger Breasted Woman Moving

Sports bras have come a long way from their humble beginnings as simply two jock straps sewn together. Considerable scientific and technological research goes into designing and making modern sports bras. And who is the benefit of all this effort? Us, the sports bra user.

Women in a White sports bra holding a water bottle.

The Best Sports Bras for Walking.

Following my last article ‘Sports Bras for Walking’ got a lot of feedback asking what my favourite walking sports bras were. So, I have taken the time to put together my ‘best of’ list; my ’10 Best Sports Bras for Walking’.

Sports Bras for Walking

With the whole world in various levels of COVID lockdown and restrictions on the types of exercise we can do, walking has become the go to daily exercise for a great many of us. That’s why many women started doing away with their high impact sports bra and started to look for the perfect sports bra for walking. But what should you consider when getting a walking sports bra?

5 women wearing White tops.

We Will Get Through This Together

We Will Get Through This Together Hi, Amy here. We are in unprecedented times that are affecting all aspects of our society. Things are changing daily and keeping abreast of what’s happening can be difficult and daunting. Now I am not an expert in infectious viruses so have been diligently following the governments advice on […]

Woman in a Purple sports bra doing weights.

The Best Sports Bras for Big Busts

The Ultimate Guide to Sports Bras for Big Busts Updated 7 March 2024. For those of us with a generous bust size, finding the right sports bra can feel like a quest for the holy grail. Whether you’re hitting the gym, pounding the pavement, or mastering your favorite yoga pose, having adequate support is essential […]

Woman wearing a sports bra doing weights.

The Best Plus Size Sports Bras

The Best Plus Size Sports Bras Updated 22 October 2024. Finding the perfect plus size sports bra can feel like an uphill climb, but when you do, it’s a total game-changer. The right sports bra can make a world of difference in comfort, support, and confidence during workouts. Whether you’re hitting the gym, going for […]

Two women running in sports bras.

The Best Sports Bras for Running

Welcome to the world of running—where the wind rushes through your hair, your feet pound the pavement, and your sports bra is your trusty sidekick. Yes, you read that right! When it comes to hitting the track or the trails, your choice of sports bra can make all the difference between a comfortable, enjoyable run and a bouncy, uncomfortable ordeal.

Two sports bras and a roller on the floor.

The Four Things Important to Me

Wow time really does fly. Sports Bras Direct (SBD) has been open for 2 and ½ years now and we have been operating as a not-for-profit business for 1 and ½ of those years. I thought with Christmas just around the corner I would write about the four important things to me.

Serena Williams wearing a Berlei sports bra.

Brand in Focus – Berlei

This week I’m taking a look at Iconic Australian bra brand in focus – Berlei. We all know them, they are synonymous with women’s underwear in Australia. But what are their beginnings and what path did they take to become so prominent in Australia?

Woman wearing a Purple racerback sports bra.

Racerback Sports Bras – Why You Need One

In the realm of athletic wear, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of options. From moisture-wicking leggings to cushioned running shoes, there’s no shortage of gear designed to enhance your workout experience. Yet, amidst the plethora of products, there’s one often-overlooked hero: the sports bra.

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Brand in Focus – Freya Active

Freya, the revolutionary bra brand, was launched in 1998 with a mission to make women with larger bust sizes feel great and look amazing: ‘an awesome mission we love’.  In 1999, just a year after the brand’s launch, they entered the digital space with the creation of the Freya Active website, bringing their great fitting styles to the Internet.

Woman wearing a White sports bra.

12 Interesting Facts About Breasts

Not all things are created equal and your Breasts are no exception.  Soft or firm, perky or drooped, slender or round, no matter what shape or size they come in they are amazing ‘assets’ to the female anatomy. There are many interesting facts about breasts and in this article we take a look at 12 of them.

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Breast Sag – How to Prevent It

Every woman desires to defy the inevitable forces of gravity and maintain perky and youthful breasts. While saggy breasts can be a natural part of aging, there are proactive steps you can take to prevent and minimize breast sag. In this article, we’ll explore the use of anti-saggy breast bras, effective ways to prevent saggy breasts, the best sports bras for saggy breasts, and strategies to combat breast sag after breastfeeding.

A woman riding a road bike under a bridge.

Sports Bras for Cycling

So you’re after a Sports Bra for cycling. Most of us when we think of cycling conjure up an image of the lycra clad folk spinning down the road in the morning traffic. Not much bounce there but you’ll still need support. Take things off road and the bounce can become truly uncomfortable. Your mountain bike has shocks so a great bra is required to help absorb the bounce.

Two women in sports bras and Black tights.

Brand in Focus – Triumph International

Triumph: Elevating Comfort and Confidence in Lingerie and Sports Bras Updated 8 May 2024. When it comes to lingerie and sports bras, Triumph is a name that’s synonymous with comfort, quality, and style. From its humble beginnings in Europe to becoming a global sensation, Triumph has been a pioneer in crafting undergarments that make you […]

Three sports bras laid flat on a table.

Choosing a Sports Bra

So you are looking for a new sports bra, but where do you start? Choosing a sports bra is a minefield, there are a myriad of brands and styles out there all offering something different. Combine this with the fact that we women are all different, do different activities and have different fashion styles. OMG!

Two women with large breasts wearing sports bras.

The Best Sports Bras For Large Breasts

For years, women with larger busts have faced unique challenges when it comes to finding the perfect sports bra. The struggle to find adequate support, comfort, and style in athletic wear has been real. Thankfully, the game has finally changed.

Woman in a Black sports bra doing battle ropes.

Breast Size and Exercise

Having larger breasts can make certain exercises and activities more difficult to perform. Often the larger the breast size the harder it is to be active. In fact breast size may keep some women from being as active as they’d like according to a new paper published in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. ‘Research has shown that women with large breasts experience increased breast motion, which can act as a barrier to participating in physical activity.”

A woman standing in a striped sports bra.

Brand in Focus – Cadenshae

So what is the Cadenshae Brand? Working as a personal trainer at the time of the birth of her first child in 2013, Nikki realised through her own experience there was a gap in the market for functional and stylish clothes for breastfeeding mothers. She couldn’t find any clothes she could wear to work, work out in and breastfeed here baby in. The idea for Cadenshae was born!

A Black bra laid on a table.

Sports Bra Care – Looking After Your Investment

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 caring for you bras will help. As will the following small but important tips and tricks for sports bra care.

Two new mothers holding their babies.

7 Questions You Might Have About Exercising Whilst Breastfeeding

7 Questions You Might Have About Exercising Whilst Breastfeeding Updated 9 March 2022. So, you’re pregnant, congratulations. Life is about to change in so many ways and your pregnancy journey will change your body in more ways than one. One of the least desired of these changes is weight gain. As the saying goes you […]

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