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To think big breast & regular running isn’t compatible?

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Lemsipper · 12/05/2024 17:19

I have fairly big breasts E cups (with implants) and I have recently completed the Couch to 5k, which I absolutely loved and wanted to continue, except my boobs are just full of aches and pains (not when actually running but afterwards)

So im wondering whether bigish boobs and regular running just isn’t compatible? Google seems to suggest this too as i’ve read the breast tissue can become irreversibly damaged with too much strenuous bouncing.

I wear the shock absorber ultimate sports bra.

Does anyone have any sports bra recommendations I can try before giving up on running? 🥲

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ghostyslovesheets · 12/05/2024 17:25

Is the bra the correct size? I worked out with a company who worked with shock absorber and was always advised to go a cup size down. I was working our on a trampoline and doing that ensured they stayed firmly in place - also when running. I've not got big boobs 34D though so not tiny

Sirzy · 12/05/2024 17:23

The key is a proper sports bra. I am an f cup and have ran half marathons with no breasts issues (plenty of rest of body issues but no breast issues!)

for me the Freya ones are the best

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Lemsipper · 12/05/2024 17:23

ILikePistachios · 12/05/2024 17:22

Is having your implants removed an option at all or no?

I wouldn’t want to remove them just for this reason as other than this I really like them.

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ILikePistachios · 12/05/2024 17:22

Is having your implants removed an option at all or no?