Shock Absorber: Sports Bras for All
In the past year and a half, I’ve taken up running. I’m currently training for my second 10 mile race with plans to do a half marathon in the fall. Needless to say, with all of the miles I’m logging, I need to have a dependable, bounce reducing sports bra. I was recently introduced to the brand, Shock Absorber. Initially, I was impressed by the wide range of sizes accommodated. How wonderful that a brand would allow women from A-HH to exercise comfortably. Shock Absorber offers not only an ample range of sizes, but also a number of silhouettes and support levels to meet individual needs.
Shock Absorber has 2 ranges of sports bras – the classic, Core range and the newly introduced sport-specific range designed to meet the unique support needs for Run, Ball, and Racket. What I love about all of the bras produced by this UK brand is that they are each crafted as a result of scientific and technological research. On the website, you can view ‘The Bounceometer’ which shows the results of exercise on the breasts with no bra, a normal bra, and the Shock Absorber bra in sizes A – G. Results of the study showed that wearing a Shock Absorber sports bra reduces bounce by as much as 74%! Knowing the struggles that I (and many of my female friends) have had with finding supportive sports bras, I was up for the challenge!
In my recent race, I tested out the Max Sports Bra Top (see photo). Like the other Shock Absorber bras, this one featured breathable, moisture-wicking fabric that kept me cool for 10 miles. The support was amazing! I was impressed at how the internal shaping reduced bouncing without the addition of wires. If it wasn’t for my legs and knees being ready to give out, I could have easily ran 10 more miles! I loved the Max Sports Bra Top and look forward to trying out the Run bra next. With features like a soft, seamless inner to reduce friction, ’Infinity-8′ design, and a soft, non rub hook and eye, it is definitely worth investigating.
I’m not really into the ball or racket sports, but for those of you ladies who are, I’d love to hear your feedback on the Ball and Racket bras. The Ball bra is designed with ‘Arc-Control’, front adjustability, and an extra wide chest band to provide bounce control for high frequency sports like volleyball and basketball while the Racket bra is designed with ‘Dynamic-M’, front adjustability, and the innovative back strap glide device for freedom of arm movement. Definitely worth investigating if you need that kind of focused support!
The complete collection can be viewed at the Shock Absorber website. Check it out and find the fit that’s just right for you. Gone are days of taping your breasts or wearing 2 non-supportive sports bras. Invest in a Shock Absorber! Retailing from $45-$68, it is definitely worth every penny. Shock Absorber is found at some brick-and-mortar stores, but if you are like me and require a fuller cup, it is worth purchasing online. Unfortunately, most department stores in the U.S. (and even specialty athletic stores) don’t carry sports bras past DD. Try Bare Necessities or BoobyDoo. For additional stores, check the Store Locator.
Happy running, balling, tennising, yogaing, aerobicizing, and more!
April 21, 2010 by Krista
Filed under Bare Necessities, Review, Shock Absorber, Sports bra
I love my Shock Absorber! I think I’ve tried every single sports bra that I can find in my size, but I’ve returned every one except my Shock Absorber Max Sport Crop Top (if that’s not the exact name, it’s something like it). I like that there are two bands in the back. I’m not much of a runner but for all other bounce-prone exercises, I’d be lost without it
I absolutely agree with you! The shock absober is amazing! I’m a 34GG and without this sports bra, I’d be a couch potato (or as you said, layering bra over bra like I used to)!
I just tried to find out which one I have, but I’ve worn it so much, I can’t see the label anymore – and it’s still going strong! They last for ages!
I think I just might go buy another one though
I am SO grateful to the Lingerie Post for this information on the Shock Absorber.
In a mad rush, I dashed into my local department store to pick up a sports bra before a tennis match (the same night).
I spied the Shock Absorber brand and, because i had read this LP article, I knew instantly all about the brand (I had even visited Shock Absorber’s amusing Bounceometer on their website).
Sadly, I lost my match, but the bra worked great !
Thank you LP for allowing me to make an informed decision so quickly and easily.