Bra support
- Low-impact: Best for A/B cups and activities like walking, yoga and strength training
- Medium-impact: Ideal for activities like moderate hiking, skiing, road cycling.
- High-impact: Best for D cup or larger and high-impact activities like running, mountain biking and high-intensity workouts.
Support style
- Compression: Pull-over style compresses breasts against the chest; no built-in cups
- Encapsulation bras: Built-in cups support each breasts separately with minimal compression
- Compression/encapsulation: Combines cups and compression for support and natural shaping
Strap type
- Crisscross: Crosses in the back; often found on low- or medium-support bras
- Tank top: Similar to everyday bras, often with adjustable straps
- Racerback: Straps form a Y shape between shoulder blades for medium- to high-impact activities; may put pressure near neck
- Combination: Adjustable straps convert between styles
Read full article: How to Choose a Sports Bra
