Apr 26
It’s time to stop hiding your body beneath oversize T-shirts and baggy sweats. Because let’s face it, when you drape yourself in excess fabric, you’re not really tricking anyone into thinking you’re lean and mean. In fact, you’re adding bulk.
There’s good news though: This year’s spring workout wear has some amazing figure-flattering technology, like strategically placed slimming seams and compression waistbands, that’ll transform your body before you even hit the gym.
And some believe that when you look good, you feel good — so good, in fact, that you’ll want to exercise more. So don’t wait until you reach your goal weight to treat yourself to some stylish exercise clothing. This collection of tops and bottoms has something for everyone, with some companies offering up to 3X sizing.
Apr 26
It’s time to stop hiding your body beneath oversize T-shirts and baggy sweats. Because let’s face it, when you drape yourself in excess fabric, you’re not really tricking anyone into thinking you’re lean and mean. In fact, you’re adding bulk.
There’s good news though: This year’s spring workout wear has some amazing figure-flattering technology, like strategically placed slimming seams and compression waistbands, that’ll transform your body before you even hit the gym.
And some believe that when you look good, you feel good — so good, in fact, that you’ll want to exercise more. So don’t wait until you reach your goal weight to treat yourself to some stylish exercise clothing. This collection of tops and bottoms has something for everyone, with some companies offering up to 3X sizing.
Jul 27
As much as it can be a blessing to be generously endowed, an energetic workout can be painful. Read up on the science behind the bounce, and discover how to buy the best bra for the job.
Finding larger bras for vigorous activity is a tough proposition. And yet, the right bra can make the difference between a walker and a jogger, or a woman who sticks with her exercise regimen and one who gives up.
“Breast size and pain caused by exercise can be a real barrier to women doing exercise,” believes Joanna Scurr MD, a sports scientist at the University of Portsmouth in the UK who pioneered the study of breast movement.
I like very supportive bras for high-intensity cardio such as running, spinning and jumping rope. The Maia Bra by Moving Comfort not only fits well and gives great support (it has an underwire), but it also looks nice beneath T-shirts and is made from a very soft material. It hooks in the back, making it easy to get on and off, and unlike other sports bras, it gives so much support that I don’t need to wear another sports bra on top. Comes in sizes 32C to 44DD, and four colors. —Amy Wildes, Mother of four, Attorney
$46; Available at MovingComfort.com
