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Running bras - cheap and big

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Zaphodsotherhead · 23/05/2018 14:31

I've recently got back into running again (very slow and steady). I needed some new gear so I went to Primark (I have very little spare cash) to buy some running bras. I'm around 38DD so I bought a couple of 14/16 running tops and the cup size is no way big enough. I shove my boobs in and yank it down under my boobs but it sort of rides up so my underboob is showing by the end of the run.

Being fairly large of boobage I need a tight fit so they don't bounce and swing around when I run, but I need a bigger cup size so they aren't squeezed out all around. Anyone got any good places I can get a running bra that will actually, you know, fit? Bearing I have only pence available to spend.

And if anyone sees an old lady flailing past with a kind of boob belt on - give me a wave.

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RaymondHolt · 23/05/2018 22:08

Yes - it is definitely worth getting a shock absorber. Keeps my GGs under control! Worth it's weight in gold.

TeaandHobnobs · 23/05/2018 22:05

Decathlon sell running bras at quite cheap prices - most up to cup D, but some up to E or F.

dangermouseisace · 23/05/2018 22:03

Just checked- sports shoes have a shock absorber multi sport one in your size for £14.99...

dangermouseisace · 23/05/2018 21:59

Try Sportsshoes.com for shock absorber ones (preferably the run one), after trying on elsewhere. They often have odd sizes seriously reduced. I always get my trail shoes from there, and have picked up some absolute bargains. I’ve got a popular boob size so can never get cheap bras, sadly. Wiggle is good if you have a popular size as they’re cheaper than shops.

gruber · 23/05/2018 19:33

If you don’t mind some weird colours, Wiggle often have Shock Absorber ones in the sale for about £12. It is a case of hunting through (preferably on big computer not phone as I find it easier to see stuff) but you should find something there if you keep looking. I am rapidly increasing and at 38F currently, hoping I can find a decent bra big enough.

userofthiswebsite · 23/05/2018 19:32

I recommend Shock Absorber Level 4 bra or the Run bra - you can try them on in Debenhams.
Then you can buy the out of season designs / colours on ebay and Amazon.

MoreProsecco · 23/05/2018 19:25

I wear a FF cup - the best sports bra I have had is a Freya Active Epic - it is underwired & keeps everything under control.

FATEdestiny · 23/05/2018 19:19

I've been buying the Tesco mid-support range for running. I do a daily 5k run and those hold my boobs well.

I'm losing weight fairly rapidly so I am loathed to spend tons of money on sports bras that last 6 weeks at most due to my changing size.

I've bought the attached bra (or similar) in sizes XL, L and M so far. I was 44D as an XL. I would say you want a L for 38DD. I'm currently 36G/34F and fit a M.

Running bras - cheap and big