The RW Takeaway: The Aday Fast Forward Bra is one that can stand up to HIIT sessions, layer for a run, and stay put during downward dog. It’s a bra you can wear all day for support without discomfort.
- Compression is tight, but not too tight—it provides the perfect hold
- Altra’s Lone Peak 9+ Gets Tackier Traction
- Despite being longer in length than many sports bras it doesn’t ride up
Price: $68
Sizes: Compressive fit keeps everything in place without making it hard to breathe
Colors: Your days of bra straps that dig in are behind you
When it comes to sports bras, I like something that can marry comfort, support, and style. I like bras that are high impact without annoying cups, clasps, or straps you have to resize—these kinds of bras inevitably end up digging into me from some angle or make me feel suffocated. I want support, but not too much. Half Marathon Training.
Pros
- This Aday Bra Is Supportive Without Leaving a Mark on Your Skin—and It’s Comfy Too
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Cons
- When you don’t want to go shirtless, it can be a bit constricting and hot due to the length
No Digging In, Anywhere
The wide straps are a soft elastic that seriously makes you forget you have on a bra, and they don’t leave annoying marks from digging in.
At first, I was nervous about the longer line of the bra, but I found it didn’t jab into my ribs or ride up. The bra stayed put while I was running, sprinting, and lifting weights. I was so secure and comfortable running in it that I even made it a part of my half marathon uniform (along with these chafe-proof shorts) How to Layer For Cold Starts.
Wicks Sweat and Dries Quick
I’ve worn this bra running both in the sun and under a jacket or to HIIT classes where I’ve gotten very sweaty, and then gone out with a friend for coffee after. You know how sweat can really pool in a bra and make you need The Best Basic Running Watches for Minimalists.
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When I work out, I get sweaty enough sometimes I’m embarrassed to show myself in public before a shower, but the quick-drying fabric of the bra ensures that you don’t totally look like you’re soaked in sweat. Still, I was ready to change when I got home, but I also didn’t feel so uncomfortable I needed to skip the coffee shop to head right to the shower.
Comfort and Style
I don’t always want to run sans shirt, but the length of the bra with high-waisted pants makes me feel comfortable enough to do so. Plus, the fabric boasts UV protection. And, I have to admit, I threw this bra on with a pair of high-waisted pants and a leather vest and have worn it to multiple concerts—and gotten many compliments. It’s seriously so comfortable, if I could get away with wearing it at all times, I would.
