The Top 5 Padded Sports Bras

Any woman knows that while working out or playing sports, your breasts need support! Chances are, no matter what you're doing you will need a supportive sports bra. Unfortunately, many sports bras cause the dreaded uni-boob where your breasts get smashed together and look strange. I set out on a quest to find the best-padded sports bras which provide support and a little extra oomph for your girls. I sorted through the top 20 padded sports bras and tested out the best 5 that you should try.

FITTIN Padded Racerback Sports Bra

My top pick for padded sports bras was the FITTIN padded racerback, which the manufacturer recommends for ladies with C cups and smaller. I found this bra to fit true to size and ordered the blue and black color. I think this would be perfect for yoga.

I liked that the pads don’t bunch up, even when thrown in the washer. FITTIN offers a variety of colors and support levels so you can choose what you need. This bra was actually comfortable and I felt like it soaked up most of my sweat.

Pros:

Comes in multiple colors
Choose from different levels of support
Pull-on closure
Soft fabric that absorbs sweat
Removable padding
Wide shoulder straps
Inexpensive
Breathable v-neck design

Cons:

Women with breasts over a C cup will likely need more support for high-impact activities like running

Champion Women’s Curvy Sports Bra

Comfortable sports bra that doesn't flatten your chest

The Champion Women's Curvy Sports Bra has the incredible ability to give you great cleavage while also being comfortable. This one looks best under v-neck tops.

Sexiest Padded Sports Bra

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If you’re looking for medium to high-impact support and want something a little sexy, try this Champion bra. I loved the curves on this because accentuates your breasts beautifully but actually manages to support them at the same time – a rare combination.

Unlike other sports bras, there’s no weird bumps from the padding. It also isn’t so tight that you want to rip it off immediately after a workout, I can even see this as a lounge-around-the-house bra. Overall, this one is a great sexy pick.

Pros:

Comes in 7 colors
Pull-on closure
Molded cups offer a nice shape
V-neck design is sexy
Mesh racerback

Cons:

More solid colors would match better with sports tops

YIANNA Women’s Padded Sports Bra

Get strappy with your workout in this pick perfect for Pilates

The YIANNA Women's Padded Sports Bra has a cute back strap design and has comfortable, quick-drying fabric.

Cutest Design

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If you’re seeking a cuter strappy design that’s begging to be shown off with an open back top, you found the one. This YIANNA bra would be best for low or medium-impact activities.

The fabric is thick and cottony with great stretch, and the quality seems like it will last through many workouts. I think this would be perfect for yoga or Pilates.

Pros:

Inexpensive
Cute strappy design
Push up & padded
Removable pads
Comfortable and sweat-wicking material
Available in 5 colors

Cons:

The small seam in the middle of the cup is noticeable in some shirts
The straps may be too short for a taller woman

CRZ Yoga Strappy Longline Sports Bra for Women

Unique shape with a comfortable but cute design

The CRZ Yoga Strappy Longline Sports Bra for Women is longer to fit better with high and medium-waisted pants.

Best Sports Bra for Yoga

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If you want a padded sports bra that offers more stability and doesn’t dig into your ribs, try this longline bra. It provides medium support, but we recommend sizing up to make it more comfortable. I liked the fabric on this bra because it catches most of the sweat but I think it would work best for low-impact activities.

The strappy back is cute if not a little hard to put on, but this feels like a more expensive product then it is. I tried this on with high-waisted yoga pants and it looked great.

Pros:

Fabric is stretchy, breathable, and soft
Removable pads
Longline design is more stable and comfortable
Available in 8 colors
Cute design, especially with high-waisted pants

Cons:

Would not be supportive enough for running or HIIT workouts

SYROKAN High Impact Sports Bra

Supportive for large breasts & intense athletic activities

The SYROKAN High Impact Sports Bra does a great job of being comfortable while supporting your girls during any workout.

Best Sports Bra for Running

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If your workouts regularly consist of running, HIIT, Crossfit, and other intense activities, you need this padded sports bra. It’s lightly padded to give you just enough lift while still being comfortable. I loved that this bra is sized based on your cup size rather than just generic sizes, going all the way up to 42E.

This sports bra would work the best for large-breasted ladies who want a little lift but a lot of support.

Pros:

Lightly padded
Back straps are adjustable
Comes in 6 colors
Fabric dries quickly
2 back hooks for support

Cons:

Hook and eye closure is easier to get on but not as cute in workout tops
Padding is not removable
Thin material

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I choose a sports bra?

There are a few factors when it comes to picking a padded sports bra: comfort, affordability, style/fit, and support are the most important. Sports bras are typically rated as providing low, medium, or high impact support.

What’s the difference between low, medium, and high impact workouts?

Impact typically means how intense your workout is.

Below are some examples:

Low-impact: walking, bicycling, elliptical training, and swimming
Medium-impact: spinning, skiing, Zumba, power walking, and hiking
High-impact: running, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and jumping

How are sports bras sized?

Most sports bras use sizing like: extra-small, small, medium, large, extra-large, or extra-extra-large. Others (usually those with molded cups) are sized based on your regular bra cup size (for example, 34D).