Sports Bra Reviews for Women With a Big Bust

Working out can be a pain in itself, but for someone trying to exercise with large breasts, that pain is real.  If your anything like me, you know how hard it is to find a GOOD sports bra that will hold your girls down!  I think I've tried every trick in the book.  Multiple layers of crappy bras - nothing says comfort like wearing 3 sports bras!  A regular bra under a sports bra.  Smaller bra in hopes it would be tighter.  Duct tape.  Yeah....I'm not even gonna go there.  And you shouldn't either.  It just doesn't work. At. All.   After that incident, I decided to bite the bullet and get an expensive one.  This was my first purchase.

This is an Enell.  Everyone who had one raved about it and the reviews online were full of praise.   The website claims this bra (approximately $65) provides strap and back comfort, movement control, secure closure, moisture wicking and secure fit.  I found all to be true.  The hook and eye closures were surprising comforting and controlling at the same time.  I stay dry and the over all fit is mostly secure.  I have only a few issues with this bra is that the straps are not adjustable.    I've got a short torso so the fit is still not quite right.  If I could shorten the straps a few inches it would be a perfect fit. The hook and eye closing is not adjustable. So as you lose weight, your bra can not be made tighter. I also found the sizing to be a bit confusing.  I ended up purchasing this from Dick's Sporting Goods so that I could try it on and find the perfect fit.  I use this bra for lifting, yoga, and other non bouncing activities. 

My second purchase was by the company Moving Comfort.  I love this bra and the company.  The company boasts hook and loop straps, compression, limited stretching, and adjustable back.  This is one of my favorites.   The straps stay strong, I don't bounce much and the bra itself is extremely comfortable.  I honestly can't think of anything I don't like about this bra.  It fits me well and it does it's job.  It was also reasonably priced at $45-$50.  I also find that this is a pretty popular brand and can be found at many sporting good stores.  I can do pretty much any activity in the bra, to include running and jumping.

Ahhhh.....the Shock Absorber!  This is, by far, the best sports bra I have ever used.  At $65-$70 it's also the most expensive.   The company claims that these bras reduce the movement of breasts during activity by 74%.  The bra's also contain molding and support, adjustable straps, and moisture wicking properties.  This company also has the largest selection of sizes, all the way up to HHH!  I can't say enough good things about this bra.  It's my favorite to run in.  It's comfortable and does the job.   It's worth every penny and I recommend this bra to every one.  I've been using this for almost 3 years and it still works great!  Not many bra's can last without losing comfort.  I recommend shopping around for this one as you can often find decent deals.

There you have it - 3 better-than-duct-tape sports bras!   I highly recommend trying them on in stores first.  Even if you have a better deal online you can at least find your best fit.  When you try it on - jump, bend over, twist - just move!  You want to make sure the bra is snug no matter what position your in.  
Have a sports bra you love that I didn't review?  Post about it below!  I am always wanting to try out new gear! 

Piyo - Low impact exercise

One of the biggest questions I get asked as a coach is, "what is a program that would be good for someone with bad knees?"   Turns out, there are A LOT of people with bad knees  out there!   Well, I'm happy to report that Beachbody has come out with a program perfect for those requiring low impact exercise!  PiYo!

What is Piyo?

Piyo is a combination of pilates and yoga.  No weights, no jumps, no strained joints - just low impact, high intensity exercises!  Chalene Johnson (creator of TurboFire) leads the pack with this program!  The 60 day program will give your body definition and sculpting without any cardio or heavy lifting.  If you want a tight booty, sexy abs, and lean muscles this program will be perfect for you!

What Equipment Will You Need?

Look in the mirror.  That's it!  Well, yourself  and a yoga mat will be helpful.   You use your own body weight so you wont need to worry about buying more equipment to go along with the program.  Bonus - if you travel a lot this is PERFECT!  Since the only thing you will need is a yoga mat,  you can truly do this anywhere! I love to travel but not every hotel room has a fitness room.  A program like this would be perfect for that!

What is Included With the Challenge Pack?

Beachbody Challenge Packs are the complete package, offering total support for achieving health and
fitness goals. The formula? Fitness + Nutrition + Support = Success. With the PiYo Challenge pack,
customers will receive the PiYo fitness program, a nutrition guide, one of six delicious Shakeology flavors, and a FREE 30-day trial membership to the Team Beachbody Club, and a spot into my private challenge group where you will receive support and encouragement from folks just like you!

Where Can I Get It?

You can purchase is HERE!  I will contact you regarding your purchase and get you added to my newest challenge group.  Have questions that weren't answered?   Message Me!  I will get back to you as soon as possible.   You can also like my Facebook Page for fitness and nutrition tips!

Couples Ultimate Reset Before and After

So a month or so again my husband and I decided to do the Ultimate Reset.  I have been trying for a year and a half to do this program!   I've completed it 3 times and really wanted him to 1) support me and 2)  experience it himself.  I've said it before but the Ultimate Reset is by far, my favorite program.  It's 21 days of HEALTHY eating.  I love this program because it really shows me how I'm eating and what my eating habits are.   This past experience showed me that I did too much snacking.  And too much bored eating.  I noticed that whenever I was "bored" I wanted to eat something.  

The reset is done over three weeks.  The first week is easy breezy chicken peasy.  You get lots of food.  Healthy, yummy, delicious meals.   We felt satisfied, happy and healthy by the end of the week.  We both noticed that we were a little tired during this week but it wasn't overbearing.  We were kicking caffine out of our diet so I suppose little energy would be a possibility.

Week two is less easy.  By this week you are completely vegetarian  The food is still good.  My husband, the hunting - meat -eating - man, even said that the food was good and to this day has suggested that we make some of these meals!  The portions you eat with this week are HUGE!  You do not go hungry.  Between the water, full meals, and snack (optional)  it was good.  Oh - this is also detox week.  We were not tied to the bathroom and everything turned out perfectly.

Week three is the hardest week.  It's also the week I like to call, "sides."  Everything, every meal from this group, could be a side. Now, the food is good but this stage also has you eating very little protein.  Mike and I both noticed that our bodies craved it!  Mike more so than me.  I didn't think it was too bad but it was by far the worst week for him.  This is also the stage where I felt GREAT.  By this point, I felt like my mood had stabilized, my sleep was fantastic, my energy was up and I just felt plain good. 

By the end, Mike and I had both done amazing.  He lost 15 lbs, lowered his blood pressure and had improved mood.  I lost 20 lbs, slept better and also had improved mood.  I wasn't bloated and felt so good.  It's amazing how food affects our body.  It really truly is.  I mean, you eat like crap, you feel like crap.  Fuel your body right, it's the only one you've got!

Here are our physical results! 

The down side of weight loss

When people talk about weight loss, they always discuss the upside.  You know, smaller clothes, sexier curves, stronger, happier, healthier.... but it's not always as simple as that.  Is anything ever?  What many people fail to notice, is the emotional side to weight loss.  I find this journey to be a roller coaster of highs, lows, loopy loo's and fast turns.   Since completing the Ultimate Reset, I've lost 30 lbs.   I am officially pre baby weight.  Pre FIRST baby weight.  It's a HUGE mile stone, one that I couldn't weight to reach!  It was my first big - mini goal.  I'm really proud of myself and its a HUGE accomplishment for me. 
But there are a few things I didn't take into account.  Like saggy skin.  I can't believe that just 30 lbs has left me with extra skin already.  If I can be honest for a moment, it scares the living shit out of me.  If I've got saggy skin at 30 lbs, how am I going to look when I reach 60 lbs lost?  or 80 lbs lost?   It flat out terrifies me!  If you've ever been overweight in your life, you know that self esteem issues that often come along with being on the larger side.  So here is my fear, Am I going to lose weight, FINALLY get to where I want to be, but be unable to love myself because I have extra skin? 
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the fact that I'm losing.  But right now I hide behind my weight.  Will I soon be hiding behind extra skin?  I have absolutely no intentions of stopping my weight loss, but this is something I feel that many people face.  I think it goes from one thing you are ashamed of, to the next.
Another issue I've already noticed are extra wrinkles where they shouldn't be!  And boobs - not so perky!  Turns out weight loss isn't good for that! lol  It's the craziest thing.  I've never been one to worry about wrinkles.  Heck, we all will have the one day wont we?  But lately I think...Hot dog, where did YOU come from?   The only thing I can think of is to stay hydrated and moisturize. I'm not sure what I will look like the further I go along, but I must keep going.
Keeping the momentum up can be hard.  Despite my weight loss, I continue to see myself as being the same as I was.  I don't know why but whenever I look in the mirror I still see the old me.  When I go shopping, I pick out the "old me" size and am ALWAYS surprised at how big they are!  It's a quiet reminder that my journey emotionally is just as important as it is physically.  
Quitting is not an option.  even if I do have to deal with wrinkly, saggy skin.  I can't quit.  Pushing forward and being HEALTHY is my #1 priority.  I can't lose hope.  It's just as much mental as it is physical.  In fact, I'd have to say it's even more mental that physical.  Heck, it's easy to get up and exercise. It's not easy to see yourself as beautiful when you've been hating you for so long. 
If you can relate to me at all, I'd love to hear from you.  It's certainly not an easy feat!