Bounce with me, bounce with me

When research relating to boobs hits the headlines, my ears instinctively perk up like one of Pavlov’s dogs salivating over some tasty grub. So when research out of England recently showed that when women run, our breasts bounce in a figure-8 pattern – travelling up to eight inches to and fro in some cases - I was all over that like Jessica Simpson on her Proactiv deal.

Well if, like me, you thought that was exciting, then you must check this out - if not for informational purposes (and it truly is helpful for anyone shopping for the perfect sports bra), than for pure, unbridled entertainment.

Basically, you click on a bra – any bra. Champion, Donna Karan, Moving Comfort. Just pick one. A woman (well, her 34D torso, at least) will appear on the screen, clad in the garment you picked. Then she (the torso) will start jogging in place. And you get to see exactly her boobs bounce. Which, you may then infer, is how your boobs will bounce in that same high-impact sports bra. As the website suggests, "Stop, rewind, and see the video again to help you make an informed decision."

As someone who can go jogging in a shelf bra tank top, I must admit me and my 34Bs are likely not HerRoom's target audience (although the Champion Shape Underwire Tank 6848 looks like it could be perfect for me). But if you have a more ample bosom and have ever resorted to tying on three sports bras or accidentally given yourself a black eye while jump-roping, this is the site for you.

Dr. Joanna Scurr, the woman behind the figure-8 research, was involved with a webcast on the site yesterday in which she recommended an encapsulation sports bra as the best type. I have no personal experience with this, but the Natori Sports Bra 34439 (gray) looks pretty darn sturdy.

OK, I promise to now refrain from posting breast-related video recommendations for at least one week.

PS I'm proud to alert you that Huffington Post has crosslinked to this blog.

Comments

Thanks Leslie!

I bought an Ennel (sp?) a while back and it's great.

Plus, who doesn't love bouncing torsos set to Enya?

Oh. My Gosh. Alyssa, the volume on my computer is not working...I had NO IDEA the video was set to Enya. Thankfully it wasn't an inappropriate song. Love me some Orinoco Flow!

I have a bra problem - I am a 34 A (if I'm feeling generous) but verrrryyy saggy. You wouldn't think something so small could sag and yet... if they aren't properly restrained my nipples go all skeewampus until one's looking right at you and the other one's taking a gander around the gym. And people don't appreciate it when I adjust myself in public. Which means I need a very supportive, preferably double-lined, very small bra. Sadly, there is a lot on the market for larger chested women but all I get are "bralets." Anyone know a bra that fits that bill??

Alyssa - all my large-chested girlfriends (bless them & their strong backs!) SWEAR by the Enell bra. Although watching them put it on in the locker room is quite the experience.

Leslie - suddenly I'm remembering you singing along to "Shorty got low" ;)

Women always have issues with finding the most suitable and durable sports bra with the maximum support possible. for as long as I can remember I've been struggling with the exaggerated bounce of my breasts. Having 36D does not help matters. Thank you so much for introducing the new bra which honestly I wouldn't have heard of before if not for reading your blog.

Thanks.

I have a bra problem - I am a 34 A (if I'm feeling generous) but verrrryyy saggy. You wouldn't think something so small could sag and yet... if they aren't properly restrained my nipples go all skeewampus until one's looking right at you and the other one's taking a gander around the gym.

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