Rubbing Bra

Obviously I know that you shouldn’t wear a normal bra when running as it doesn’t support you when you go but I don’t have a sports bra so when I done my first run today it hurt like hell as the wires were rubbing and digging in. Tomorrow I am buying appropriate attire and I will keep going as I really enjoyed it... except for the bit where I took my bra off mid run and held my breasts the rest of the way. Doh!

[primaballerina]

Love the mental picture. And know what you mean. I got some triumph bras. They’ve been great.

[Hidden in reply to primaballerina]

I feel such an amateur. Ha ha. Here’s to a comfortable run this Saturday. Still, it’s only week one. I’ll learn as I go. 👍😁

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Holy moly... there’s a mental image. Great job on the run... and many thanks on behalf any guys observing the end of your run too 🤣

Enjoy that next run in much more comfort!

[BluebellW]

Ha, my husband came with me on my first run this week as an observer and the first thing he commented on afterwards was the fact that he thinks I need to purchase a sports bra!!! I am just so relieved that he didn’t film me. Happy bra shopping, I’m not going to bother until I know I’m properly committed 😀

[Hidden]

Ha ha. Thanks guys. It’ll be the best £20 ever spent.

[MuddledGardener Graduate]

Ha ha ha! I have a Shock Absorber bra, and it’s been brilliant. Good luck! 😁

[Fatgirlslim19 Graduate in reply to MuddledGardener]

Me too and mine too! I'm fairly large in the chest and there's no bounce at all from what I can tell. Bit tricky putting it on though as it's so tight fitting!

[MuddledGardener Graduate in reply to Fatgirlslim19]

I do have to contort myself to get into mine! 🤣

[Fatgirlslim19 Graduate in reply to MuddledGardener]

I've given up trying to don't up at the back and do it at the front and swizzle it round. But yes, there's an element of widgy-ing!

[Fatgirlslim19 Graduate in reply to Fatgirlslim19]

*"do it", not "don't" silly phone.

[Scouser67 Graduate in reply to MuddledGardener]

Completely agree with MuddledGardener. Shock absorbers have supported me during my runs. 🙂

[Sook2 Graduate in reply to Scouser67]

Me too

[Debston Graduate]

Another vote for Shock Absorber sports bra. Life changing!

[Scouser67 Graduate in reply to Debston]

Yep me too. 👍🏻

[Hidden]

I’m definitely going to look up the shock absorber! I and quite too heavy.. does that matter?

[Fatgirlslim19 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Heavy doesn't matter either, just get the right size for you. I'm not tiny x

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Check out the FAQ post for newbies... it may not mention bras, but it offers essential advice..

[Willowruns]

TK Maxx have a good selection, they tend to sell out quickly so check everyday

tkmaxx.com/women/activewear...

[Hidden in reply to Willowruns]

Thanks 👍 I’ll have a look. I must say. My first run was an hour ago and I can’t be more pleased with the support I’m getting from this group already. I can’t wait to go out on sat for my second one 😊

[MarkyD Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Yes you definitely need more support 😎

[Hidden in reply to MarkyD]

🤣🤣🤣

[MuddledGardener Graduate in reply to MarkyD]

🤣🤣🤣

[Willowruns in reply to Willowruns]

Ps this is front fastening too so easy to get on and off! I have it in different colour and love it.

[Granspeed Graduate]

M&S have some good ones too. I like their unwired, wide strap model.

[Benttoe Graduate]

At times I am glad I have “itty bitty titties” !!

[Fatgirlslim19 Graduate in reply to Benttoe]

😂

[Hidden in reply to Benttoe]

Brilliant!! 🤣🤣

[TomatoRun Graduate]

I have some from M&S and they are the best I’ve ever used! They have a racing back and great support but look a bit daunting as you almost climb in to them 😂 Good luck shopping

[Biddy62 Graduate]

Ha ha. That’s an image to make us smile!

Tip re Shock Absorber. I found out after I’d purchased mine that it’s best to try a size up. Mine does the job but it’s sooooo tight I actually pulled a muscle in my neck trying to put it on once and couldn’t run for 2 weeks 😱.

Good luck with the rest of the program 😊

[Oldlady57]

Made me giggle Aspiring lol (I’m sure there’s been a fair few of us who have experienced this phenomenon😉). Hope you get sorted. Congratulations on starting your C25K journey 👍🏻

[Julia187 Graduate]

M&S zip up the front keep my ample chest under control although it can be a work out in itself trying to get it done up

[Oldgirlruns Graduate]

I love a chuckle and as ever these posts about scaffolding equipment always make me laugh - and if you look, you’ll find it’s a regular thread on the forum! I’m an M&S girl myself though it’s a completely different size to my normal eqpt! But as long as it works, it’s fine! Good luck in your search - you definitely won’t regret it!

[Hidden in reply to Oldgirlruns]

Ha ha ha! I’ll keep an eye on future posts about the boobs. 😂

I’ll definitely also look at going to M&S as that’s the shop most of you runners swear by.

[Scouser67 Graduate]

It does help with a decent sports bra. I feel more confident when I go out. The last thing you want is Bill and Ted bobbing about all over the place. So whatever is good for you.

Has any of you noticed how you are attitude to running has changed? For example, I changed my footwear, then I looked at my running gear and wear a wick type top, I have now bought wireless earpieces so I can listen to the podcast and some music. Now I have a couple of sports bras.

I love running now than I did at school. Happy running 🏃‍♀️

[Hidden in reply to Scouser67]

I couldn’t agree more. It felt like a rush when I was out there yesterday. And I was in a good mood all day at work today because of it. 😁

[Scouser67 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I ran this morning. I feel so much better after a run. The worst part is getting motivated so I leave my kit out to remind me I need to run. And it is a need now. I realise I have come to a point that I need to keep running to build up my stamina and to maintain my wellbeing. This is me. 🏃‍♀️👍🏻

[Elfe5 Graduate in reply to Scouser67]

Bill & Ted??? Gertrude and Esmeralda surely??!! 😂

[Rungranny Graduate]

I have a brooks bra for running and I found it tight to start with as it really straps your boobs tight so no bounce.

I love it now so comfortable with wide straps and racer back.

[Elfe5 Graduate]

I have a shock absorber & a Freya, (both bought at Bravissamo). The Freya is wonderfully comfortable- it has turned out to be my “go to bra” almost every run. Shock absorber does a good job too, but I find it even harder to get into & gives a strange “mono boob” effect. 😂😂

[Hidden in reply to Elfe5]

🤣🤣

[Mimirossi Graduate]

When I first started I had an M and S front zipped one. After it opened twice by itself mid run (!) I bought a shock absorber and I love it! I would advise you to go up a chest size, as they are very tight otherwise. I leave the top fastening done up and only use the bottom one as it is easier to get on that way.

Good luck!

[Sook2 Graduate]

Don’t laugh till you’ve tried it... Another tip is try wearing 2 bras, or a shock absorber plus a tight crop top. It really works!