8 Best Sports Bras for Running in 2021

Whether you exhaust your gym membership, or you are an athlete, one thing you know for sure is that the fit of your athletic gear means everything. What you choose to workout in will either expedite or stifle your progress. Fit is key—especially when it comes to your sports bra—you need the best sports bra.

The worst thing is being distracted by the pain in your chest from your twin ladies as you complete your daily workouts. The best feeling—whether working out or in a dedicated relationship—is to know that you are secure.

Let’s get you in a dedicated relationship with your sports bra collection so that your next workout is a productive and enjoyable one. Let’s talk about the best sports bras of 2021.

The Best Sports Bra Structures

Before we get started with the best sports bras for women, let’s get into the shapes and structural significance of sports bras.

There are two style types of basic sports bras: compression bras and encapsulation bras. Compression bras resemble tank tops, or crop tops. They compress your breasts onto your chest, and usually contain a middle zipper, or are intended to be pull-over style. Compression bras are idea; for smaller-breasted women.

On the other hand, encapsulation bras are exactly as their name says; they encapsulate each breast separately, like a normal two-cup bra. This bra structure is built with extra support and is perfect for larger-breasted women.

The structure of your bra will depend on the level of your workout impact. Sports Bras Canada carries the best sports bras for low, medium, and high-level impact.

How to Know Your Sports Bra is the Right Fit

The best sports bra for you will fit snug in all the right places, but it won’t cut off your circulation. Keep it tight by doing the one-finger check (no more than one finger should fit underneath your bra straps), and make sure that the material of your bra lays flat onto your body—no bunching.

The Best Sports Bras for Running in 2021

We couldn’t list the best sports bras of the year without mentioning our top bestsellers—because they’re just that good—and super affordable, too.

ENELL Racer - Our Bestseller

The ENELL Racer Sports Bra offers bounce-free performance with a racerback design—if you’re a sucker for the streamlined silhouette, this is the perfect bra for you. It’s durable for high-impact activity with its unique ability to stabilize and comfort all at the same time.

The ENELL Racer has a narrow cut back, which is useful if you’re used to an extended range of motion. It contains a moisture treatment (NATUREXX®) that keeps you cool and comfortable, and LYCRA® spandex for extra support.

ENELL Sports Bra

The ENELL Sports Bra, also known as the “Oprah Bra” eliminates bounce while providing outstanding support and comfort. This is the perfect bra for well-endowed female athletes.

The following combined features out this classic bra at the top of the best sports bras roster: shoulder comfort, movement control, secure closure, comfort control, control and comfort back, moisture management, and elite spandex hold.

Panache Sport

The Panache Sports Bra, recognized by Oprah Magazine, reduces bounce by 83 per cent. It individually encapsulates each breast, providing full lift and shape support.

The Panache Sport’s wide bra straps allow for a comfortable and snug fit. It has an adjustable back, and its stretch straps convert to racerback style. The lightweight moisture-wicking microfiber offers an amazing fit and is great for running.

Champion Spot Comfort Full Support

The Champion Spot Comfort Full Support gives you ultimate comfort in the right places and is perfect for medium impact activities like jogging. Its adjustable gel-cushioned straps relieve shoulder stress, and frontal mesh panels allow for cool ventilation while in climactic action.

In the Champion Spot, you’ll remain sweat-free, naturally shaped (with wire-free structure), and itch-free

Mark & Spencer Extra High Impact Serious Sports™ Bra

The Extra High Impact Serious Sports Bra by Mark & Spencer is affordable and accountable. Fit for heavy-setters, this high-impact bra keeps you fully intact during long workouts. It has adjustable straps—great for all body types, and its classic structure makes it easy to put on, and take off.

Nike FE/NOM Flyknit Women's High-Support Sports Bra

The “Flyknit” technology laced in this sports bra sets it apart from most of its competitors. Nike made this high-impact running bra 30 per cent lighter than its other bras. It beautifully compliments the shape of any body type; you might even forget you’re wearing it.

Enlite Bra High Support

When you’re in Lululemon’s Enlite Bra High Support, you’re in luxury. It’s the perfect training bra for running with elite comfort and fabric soft life cashmere. The structure of this bra is tight and flattering, uniquely grazing the skin in the sports bra category.

Don't Rest Nini Sum Training Bra

This lightweight training bra by Adidas is great for low-impact activity. It offers a compressive fit and airy, moisture-wicking AEROREADY to maintain dryness and comfortability no matter what your workout looks like.

Sports Bras—Your #1 Destination for Canadian Sports Bras

At Sports Bras, we’re passionate about healthy living, quality and support. That’s why we’re the best place to start for active females in Canada—we give you less bounce for your buck.

Gone are the days where the fit of your bra—or lack thereof—distracts you from your daily run. Now you have sound reviews on the best options of 2021, guaranteed to bring you ultimate comfort, protection, and confidence on your most active days.

Get your bra fitting today

Looking to purchase a sports bra but don’t know where to start? That’s okay—more than 75 per cent of women wear the wrong bra size, and with a plethora of brand options, the overall fit for each sports bra out there will vary.

The best way to start off is with a bra fitting tailored to your lifestyle. Take our online E-Bra Fitting Quiz to find the perfect sports bra for you. Our bra fitting experts will pick out the top three bras best suited to you and your needs.

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