High Impact Sports Bra and workout shoes (training, running, weight)

[Mary Ann789]

I love my Moving Comfort sports bra. They have different styles. I think I use the Athena. My size D girls don't go anywhere with this sports bra. The shoulder straps are adjustable velcro and the back has 3 clasps. At first, I was worried about the velcro not holding up but it does! Dick's Sporting Goods carries them so you can try them on in the store. I'm sure other places carry them too.

[floridadreamer]

I need to go in and try a few on, does Dick's Sporting Good carry Saucony? And on Zappos.com I noticed a brand called Keen that I liked the look of, that was also on sale. Anyone ever tried them?

[Ohiogirl81]

I second trying the Title Nine website. Their bras -- made by a variety of manufacturers -- are expensive, but worth every penny. I'm not large, so I wear the Not-a-Bomber bra. The amusing descriptions of the bras, too, are worth a look.

Sometimes you can find Moving Comfort bras at a discount at the Campmor website.

[floridadreamer]

Originally Posted by floridadreamer

I need to go in and try a few on, does Dick's Sporting Good carry Saucony? And on Zappos.com I noticed a brand called Keen that I liked the look of, that was also on sale. Anyone ever tried them?

ok, well I went to my local Dick's Sporting Goods and they don't carry Moving Comfort brand, at least not for sports bra's. They had a couple pairs of Saucony but not for the stability shoe that I need. Looks like I'll probably end up going with Asics.

Is there a huge difference between a shoe that is $75 and one that is $110?

[veuvegirl]

IMO you shouldn't buy your shoes online. If you are doing a lot of running, go to a runing store. They will look at your foot, watch the way you run and suggest a few shoes for you to try. This way you can go outside run and see how they feel.

Then once you find a pair that you like you can go online and find them for cheaper. I found a great pair, sadly they are no longer being made, but the great thing is I got three pairs for the price of one!

[floridadreamer]

Originally Posted by veuvegirl

IMO you shouldn't buy your shoes online. If you are doing a lot of running, go to a runing store. They will look at your foot, watch the way you run and suggest a few shoes for you to try. This way you can go outside run and see how they feel.

Then once you find a pair that you like you can go online and find them for cheaper. I found a great pair, sadly they are no longer being made, but the great thing is I got three pairs for the price of one!

I agree. The first pair I buy will likely be from the store where I can try on a few pairs to see what works for me.

[ChessieMom]

Originally Posted by floridadreamer

ok, well I went to my local Dick's Sporting Goods and they don't carry Moving Comfort brand, at least not for sports bra's. They had a couple pairs of Saucony but not for the stability shoe that I need. Looks like I'll probably end up going with Asics.

Is there a huge difference between a shoe that is $75 and one that is $110?

There should be a noticeable difference. Have you checked for a running store?
They will have a much greater selection of both items. Dicks use to carry Moving Comfort, that is where I discovered them years ago. I just order them online now.

[thepinksquid]

I got my > $100 running shoes for $39 at a Nike outlet store.

Also--as far as workout bras, I've had the best luck at (believe it or not) Target.

[floridadreamer]

Originally Posted by ChessieMom

There should be a noticeable difference. Have you checked for a running store?
They will have a much greater selection of both items. Dicks use to carry Moving Comfort, that is where I discovered them years ago. I just order them online now.

I don't recall seeing any around here, although there must be. There's a Sports Authority but they would probably carry similar stuff to Dicks. Correction: Just found a RunningZone.

Originally Posted by thepinksquid

I got my > $100 running shoes for $39 at a Nike outlet store.

Also--as far as workout bras, I've had the best luck at (believe it or not) Target.

That's a good tip. I'll check at the outlets once I decide which ones to buy. Thanks

[ChessieMom]

Originally Posted by floridadreamer

I don't recall seeing any around here, although there must be. There's a Sports Authority but they would probably carry similar stuff to Dicks. Correction: Just found a RunningZone.

Here is a very active runners forum; you may find more information here.

Runner's World Forums Home Page

Oh, and the Running Zone looks like a really good shop...you should get excellent advice there as to what sort of shoe you need. Then you can either buy there, or shop online.