| Four common fit myths
There is tons of advice out there about running bras, but not all of it is good. Thanks to biomechanical testing at the University of Portsmouth and almost a thousand runner interviews, here are four common fit myths that have been debunked.
Myth #1: Support preference for running varies a lot
Surprisingly, lab testing found that the amount of support women wanted for running fell within a fairly narrow range — even across a wide range of sizes.
Myth #2: Your exact measurements dictate your bra size
Although measurements provide a great starting point, you might feel most comfortable in a slightly different size. It all depends on preference. Start with measuring, but try on a size up or down if it doesn’t feel right.
Myth #3: It doesn’t matter if I wear an unsupportive bra
Research has shown that the lack of support can actually slow you down: women can lose up to 4cm of stride length due to poorly controlled breast movement. Over the length of a marathon, that’s an entire extra mile. It has been proven, a better bra can make you run faster!
Myth #4: Wearing two sports bras will offer better support
We wish all women would read this: if you are wearing a bra that fits properly and is specifically designed for running, you should never have to double up. It’s good to have a few different bras to rotate through the week, but the days of layering bras are long gone. |
Medved Endurance Project