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Brands and Bras: Marriage made in heaven or bouncing hell?

Fitness & Sports
By Lisa Maloney on September 3, 2012 in

Get support from your sports bra

Your feet and your breasts both need support when you run, but a company that's mastered foot support doesn't necessarily excel at keeping the ladies in check. Several companies well known for their running shoes, including New Balance and Nike, placed surprisingly low in our latest report on sports bras. In fact the only two running shoe companies that placed well were Asics and Brooks Sports (which produces Moving Comfort sports bras). Read more

What items do fitness editors keep in their gym bags?

Fitness & Sports
By Carey Rossi on January 25, 2012 in

A gym bag with water bottle, towel, jump rope and stopwatch

The New Year is here and the gym and running paths are more crowded. The slew of New Year, New You hopefuls is hitting a crescendo. If you are one of them, outfitting your efforts may seem overwhelming as there are a slew of athletic companies vying for your motivation-to-move dollar.

Fitness editors test a slew of pants, shorts, shoes, weight lifting gloves, sports bras and tops, any new fitness gadget and even socks. So ConsumerSearch asked them: Which items have become a staple in your gym bag and why? Read more

Breast friends: The bra turns 100

Health & Beauty
By Sarah Burns on May 30, 2010 in

Woman shopping for a bra.

The bra celebrated a birthday this week. The great whites finally turned 100, a milestone which has prompted us here at CS to pay a little homage. Here, some background on these cleavage caddies, and a few tips to ensure you're getting the proper fit. (Hint: There's a good chance you aren't!)

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Sports bras: The right fit makes all the difference

Fitness & Sports
By Christine Frietchen on January 8, 2010 in

A good sports bra is a necessity for active women, even for low-impact exercises like walking.That's because even fitness walking and yoga can put extra strain on the Cooper's ligaments, which support the internal structure of the breast. Needing a sports bra is one thing -- but finding a good one is another, particularly for women larger than an A or B cup size. Our new report on sports bras covers best bets for small-busted women, as well as the most comfortable bras for plus-size women.

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