Belly bands for running

[GreatestGatsby]

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Does anyone have any recommendations for running belly bands/belly belts? I’m 20 weeks and running is getting a bit uncomfortable.

I’m thinking of getting the Gabrialla one from this list, but it’s the most expensive: is it worth it?

https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/gear/clothes/a43428119/best-support-belts-for-running/

Thanks for any advice!

Haven't tried it but looks good! I just used a phone holder belt thing as was also quite uncomfortable between 20-26 ish weeks and wanted some support. I'm now nearly 31 weeks and find I now don't want anything restrictive around my tummy - high waisted shorts do the job. Weirdly feel more comfortable now than I did a few weeks ago 😂

If you get it please report back though! Hoping to keep running a few more weeks..

I went ahead and got one, and took it on a trial run today—love it! It feels supportive without getting in the way and felt way more comfortable than running without any support. Bit sweaty for the lower back, but well worth it.

Oh amazing!! Great to hear. Thank you for reporting back :) Hope you have a good rest of your pregnancy - I feel like running has helped me so much throughout.

I think I'll order one too, any tips on sizing @GreatestGatsby? Thanks!

I measured round from my lower back to under bump and came up somewhere in the middle of the small range (I think about 80cm?) and that seems to work! There are straps at the side so you can adjust a bit, and there’s quite a range on the main Velcro bit.