No matter your cup size, it's important that you have a comfortable and supportive sports bra, for any gym-related activity – even something like yoga. Although it's a low-impact activity that focuses on slow, controlled movements, you need to be supported nonetheless. And tightening the settings on your usual day-to-day bra will not work in the same way.
Finding your perfect sports bra depends on the exercise you most like doing, as most sports bras are tailored to the level of intensity and impact of your workout. So, we've cleverly edited the best options available right now, into low, medium and high impact categories, so you can easily find one that best suits your favourite activities. You're welcome.
LOW IMPACT – Walking, Yoga, Pilates
Sports Bras: LOW IMPACT
1 of 6Lululemon, Free To Be Bra Wild, £38
Feel free and fully in the moment as you flow through your practice in this strappy yoga bra.
2 of 6SPANX ACTIVE, Look At Me Now Moto low-impact stretch-woven sports bra, WAS £38 NOW £19.50
This stylish camo-print sports bra is perfect for low intensity workouts, and features an under-bust band that prevents rolling and digging in.
3 of 6NIMBLE, Back In Action Bra, £55
This longline bra was designed with soft back venting that sits flat on your back.
4 of 6POCKET SPORT, Plein Air Bra, £45
Made to keep you comfortable, this bra can handle all sorts of sports, but it's more of the wear-every-day type.
5 of 6Filippa K, Gloss Bra Top, £75
This V-neck bra top is designed for soft sports and studio training such as yoga, pilates and barre.
6 of 6Ernest Leoty, Florence Crop Top, £95
Featuring padded cups, its fabric is compressive, shaping and sculpting, and is made from recycled polyamide.
MEDIUM IMPACT – Cycling, Weight Training
Sports Bras: MEDIUM IMPACT
1 of 7NIMBLE, Zip & Go Bra, £65
Finally, a bra that you don't need to struggle in and out of. Zip those tatas in with ease with a hidden clip to help get you started.
2 of 7Freya, Sonic Moulded Sports Bra, £40
In cup sizes B to H, this sports bra offers uncompromising comfort and a supportive fit. Complete with a J-hook adjuster to convert to a racerback style.
3 of 7CONTUR, Freeform Crop, £75
Constructed from four-way stretch technical fabrics, with a breathable power-mesh lining and a supportive, sports-luxe underband.
4 of 7Triumph, Triaction Cardio Cloud, WAS £54 NOW £37.80
This bra is perfect for providing optimum support during intensive exercise. Lightly padded with innovative Cloud Spacer Cups – especially lightweight and breathable.
5 of 7VAARA, Binding Crop Bra, £120.00
This bra is designed for medium-impact sport. The stretch jersey and thick under band makes it a comfortable fit .
6 of 7Amoena, Power Sports Bra, £30
Discover how far you can go in this round neck sports bra that offers exceptional support and a modern look during workout activities. COOLMAX® ACTIVE fabric helps to reduce perspiration.
7 of 7Feel Fit, SIGNATURE Ultra Bra, £40
Stylish, strong and secure, the SIGNATURE Ultra Bra is the supportive best friend you need when it comes to your workouts. Designed with your natural shape in mind, this bra has been created with muscle control fabric and an elastic underband to flatter your beautiful figure.
HIGH IMPACT – HIIT Workouts, Running
Sports Bras: HIGH IMPACT
1 of 7Lululemon, AirSupport Bra, £78
Designed for running, this Lululemon bra is a breakthrough in high support and comfort that feels light as air. Injected foam creates lightweight lift from the cup that re-balances support and reduces bounce—for a limitless feeling on your run.
2 of 7Runderwear, Easy-On Running Bra, £55
Designed to provide the ultimate experience in comfort for running and other high-impact exercise, where greater levels of support are required – covering all cup sizes between D-H.
3 of 7Empreinte, Initiale Intense Grey Sports Bra, £95
This Empreinte sports bra provides reassuring cover and perfect support, allowing wearers up to an H cup to participate with confidence in all sports. Bounce is reduced to a minimum and a smooth, curvy figure remains intact.
4 of 7GOODMOVE, Extra High Impact Serious Sports Bra, WAS £28 NOW £19.60
This wired full-cup sports bra, has been developed in collaboration with scientists at the Asahi Research centre in Japan. It cleverly reduces bounce by 25%, making it perfect for high-impact workouts.
5 of 7Freya, Dynamic Sports Bra, WAS £34 NOW £23.80
Perfect for high intensity workouts, providing ultimate support without wires by encapsulating the bust to ensure optimal performance and comfort in cup sizes C - J.
6 of 7BRAVISSIMO, ORBIT SPORTS BRA, WAS £38 NOW £34
A great option for those of us who want amazing support without the wires.
7 of 7Shock Absorber, Active D+ Support Sports Bra, £39
This Active D+ Classic Support bra for D-H cups offers high impact support and fuller coverage, with a flattering rounded shape.