Dunkelbergers Sports Outfitters

Though most female joggers regard their running shoes as their most essential purchase, a good sports bra is an equally important component of a comfortable, pain-free running routine. However, choosing the right sports bra can be daunting, and many women are often unsure how to determine the best fit for their bodies. Fortunately, several key bits of advice can help female runners select, buy and enjoy a sports bra that will keep them comfortable and well-supported throughout their workouts.

Assessing the Current Bra

Before going out to purchase a new sports bra, women runners should first evaluate their current bra for how well it fits and what needs to be improved. According to Lisa Sorrentino, founder of the sports bra outfitter X-Chrom.com, a woman should ask herself two main questions – do the straps dig in or ride up her back, and is there any bulging out of the cups? Sorrentino says that the former indicates a too-large band size, and the latter denotes a cup size that is too small. In addition, Sorrentino suggests discarding bras over six months old that have also been machine-washed.