Everyone has proper undergarments that they use during training in the winter months and this Fitness Friday, Christine Blanchette has a focus.
Matching the Right Bra with the Right Sport Keeps You in the Game for example, using something like this sports bra by Ryder Wear could be the support you need for your weightlifting challenges.
Winter is a great time to try a different activity to get back into shape.
With colder temperatures you might want to take your workout indoors.
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From team sports to running or cycling, investing in a bra for your chosen sport will give you the right support and confidence.
If you are a runner, you can complement your level of fitness by doing some cross training activities that I’ve listed below, along with some sports bra choices (see this page for examples) for each activity:
1) If you have never tried kickboxing, it can be a great cross trainer for runners.
It is good for your cardio and core. It is an indoor activity that involves kicking, punching, stamina and agility.
Anita Active recommends a maximum support sports bra, such as Air Control DeltaPad or DynamiXstar Racerback Sports Bra or the world champion Christina Hammer sports bra and Momentum Pro. 
I run in the Air Control DeltaPad and it offers not only support but comfort.
It is a bra with style and you can wear it alone or underneath a top.
2) Dance is also a good alternative to keeping in shape and there are many types of dance to choose from.
Depending on the type of dance you are doing there is a large variance of impact, such as jazz, modern, ballet, tap, ballroom dancing, hip hop classes and more.
Anita Active recommends a firm, supportive bra such as Momentum or Air Control Sports Bra.
3) If you are taking a spin class (indoor cycling) it doesn’t involve much up and down movement, however there still is some bounce.
Make sure everything is secure with a bra that offers firm support and one that has high breathability because spin gets your heartbeat climbing and can be a very sweaty endeavor.
A.A. recommends the Xcontrol Sports Bra and Extreme Control Sports Bra.
4) Yoga isn’t as intense as a dance class or spin class but it’s still important to wear a sports bra.
Look for a bra that moves with you!!
A.A. recommends the light and firm sports bra which is what I wear while traveling or in long-lasting situations, for a comfortable feel that will endure as long as I need it to.
Whatever sport or activity you participate in, it’s essential for good breast health to choose the right bra for your specific needs while ensuring that you get properly fitted.
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