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Sports Bra Guide

Find your fit, style and support. Four tiers, from barely-there bralettes to locked-in maximum support.

Find my fit

Find the bra that fits your strength

Not sure which MN sports bra is right for you? This guide breaks down support levels, necklines, backs and fabric feels so you can match the bra to the session. Pick a tier, or answer two questions and we will narrow it down.

What's your training?

How much support do you want?

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Support tier 1 of 4

Bralette

Light support for lifting, Pilates and everyday wear. Minimal coverage, open backs, the styles you reach for when your hard work is on display.

Sculpt Seamless Bralette
Support: Bralette

Sculpt Seamless Bralette

  • Medium compression, sculpting fit
  • Open back with narrow cross straps
  • Seamless, second-skin knit
  • Moisture-wicking and quick dry
For lifting, Pilates and everyday
Halter Bralette
Support: Bralette

Halter Bralette

  • Deep V neckline
  • Soft halter neck strap
  • Open back design
  • Soft Liberty fabric
For low impact and everyday
Fantasy Rib Bralette
Support: Bralette

Fantasy Rib Bralette

  • Deep V neckline
  • Cross-over straps, open back
  • High compression rib that sculpts
  • 4-way stretch
For lifting and studio
Afterglow Bralette
Support: Bralette

Afterglow Bralette

  • Scoop neckline
  • Narrow cross back straps
  • Open back detail
  • Soft recycled polyester
For low impact and everyday
Mini Lift Bralette
Support: Bralette

Mini Lift Bralette

  • Low V neckline with a little lift
  • Open back, minimal coverage
  • Adjustable cross-back straps
  • Soft Everyday fabric
For upper body days and Pilates
Liberty Lustre Bralette
Support: Bralette

Liberty Lustre Bralette

  • Low open V neckline
  • Narrow adjustable back straps
  • Encased elastic hem
  • Soft Liberty fabric
For everyday and layering
Support tier 2 of 4

Everyday support

Removable padding, hem bands that stay put, necklines from square to scrunch V. Built for light training days, walks and the whole day after.

Fundamental Aura Bra
Support: Everyday support

Fundamental Aura Bra

  • Square neckline
  • Scooped open back
  • Concealed elastic hem band
  • Soft, supportive Aura fabric
For everyday and light training
Fundamental Bra
Support: Everyday support

Fundamental Bra

  • Square neckline
  • Scooped open back
  • Concealed elastic hem band
  • Recycled polyester fabric
For everyday and light training
Vixen Bra
Support: Everyday support

Vixen Bra

  • Front scrunch detail creates a V neckline
  • Racer back
  • Encased elastic hem band
  • Signature fabric, more compressive hold
For everyday and lifting
Dash Longline Bra
Support: Everyday support

Dash Longline Bra

  • Longline for extra coverage
  • Intricate strappy back
  • Seamless side panels, no chafe
  • Moisture-wicking fabric
For light training and low impact
Lover Longline Rib Bra
Support: Everyday support

Lover Longline Rib Bra

  • V neckline, longline length
  • Internal power mesh reduces bounce
  • High compression rib that sculpts
  • Chain stitch keeps padding in place
For lifting and studio
Support tier 3 of 4

Medium support

Hook clasps, adjustable straps and removable padding. For weights, running and every session in between.

Drew Rib Bra
Support: Medium support

Drew Rib Bra

  • Round scooped neckline
  • Encased elasticated underband
  • Two hook clasp, adjustable fit
  • Soft, textured Athletic Rib
For lifting, running and everyday
Relay Bra
Support: Medium support

Relay Bra

  • Scooped neckline
  • Narrow bind straps
  • Elastic hem with stripe detail
  • Recycled Everyday fabric
For training and everyday
Traction Bra
Support: Medium support

Traction Bra

  • Round scoop neckline
  • Woven cross-over back straps
  • Two hook clasp closure
  • Aura fabric
For lifting and running
Stadium Bra
Support: Medium support

Stadium Bra

  • Scooped neckline with mesh panels
  • Back mesh panels for breathability
  • Wide elastic hem band
  • 3 hook clasp closure
For medium impact training
Desire Aura Bra
Support: Medium support

Desire Aura Bra

  • Twist strap back detail
  • Two hook clasp, adjustable fit
  • Second-skin Aura fabric
  • Removable padding
For everyday training
Pace It Rib Bra
Support: Medium support

Pace It Rib Bra

  • Scooped neckline
  • Dual crossed shoulder straps
  • Back keyhole detail
  • Stretchy, breathable Active Rib
For daily workouts
Support tier 4 of 4

Maximum support

3 hook clasps, adjustable straps, engineered panels. Locked in for HIIT, running and your heaviest sessions.

Elite Support Bra
Support: Maximum support

Elite Support Bra

  • 3 hook clasp closure
  • Crossover adjustable elastic straps with O-ring
  • Concealed elastic hem band
  • Recycled polyester fabric
For HIIT, running and lifting
Unrivalled Moulded Bra
Support: Maximum support

Unrivalled Moulded Bra

  • Contoured cups, engineered stability panels
  • Scooped neckline, T back
  • Encased elastic hem band
  • Between sizes? Size up
For high impact, made for larger busts
Everyday Everything Bra
Support: Maximum support

Everyday Everything Bra

  • Internal engineered mesh panels
  • Rounded square neckline
  • Straps worn separate or connected
  • 3 hook clasp, encased hem band
For higher impact training
Lift Bra
Support: Maximum support

Lift Bra

  • Concealed hem band with 3 hook clasp
  • Adjustable elastic back straps
  • Back keyhole detail
  • Signature performance fabric
For lifting and HIIT
Core Bra
Support: Maximum support

Core Bra

  • Power mesh lined T back
  • Adjustable elastic straps, 3 hook clasp
  • Back keyhole for ventilation
  • Signature fabric
For your toughest workouts
Ultimate Bra
Support: Maximum support

Ultimate Bra

  • Square neckline
  • Adjustable straps
  • 3 hook clasp closure
  • Encased elastic underband
For your most intense sessions

Compare sports bras

Tick Compare on up to three styles from any tier and they line up here.

Pick two or three styles above to compare support, neckline, back, straps, padding and fabric side by side.

How to find your ideal fit

Two measurements, one chart. Between sizes? Go up for comfort in bralettes, down for hold in maximum support.

1
BustMeasure around the fullest point of the bust, tape level and snug, not tight.
2
Under bustMeasure directly under the bust where the band sits.
3
Match the closest rangeTake your usual MN size in everyday and medium support. Compressive maximum support styles: size up if between sizes.

Sports bras

SizeBust cmUnder bust cm

Tee, bottoms and mens charts live in the Size Guide.

Questions

Which bra is best for running?

Elite Support and Everyday Everything. Both are maximum support with 3 hook clasps and adjustable straps. Larger busts: Unrivalled Moulded.

Do your bras come with padding?

Most sports bras have removable padding. Bralettes ship without padding but have internal pockets for optional inserts.

What is the difference between a bralette and an everyday support bra?

A bralette is light support with minimal coverage and an open back, made for lifting, Pilates and everyday. Everyday support adds removable padding, a hem band that stays put and more coverage for light training days.

Can I wear a bralette to train?

Yes, for lifting, Pilates and low impact sessions. For running, HIIT or anything with bounce, step up to medium or maximum support.

How do I wash my sports bra?

Cold gentle wash, padding removed, no fabric softener, and skip the dryer. The full routine per fabric is in the Care Guide.

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Still unsure? Email orders@musclenation.org and our team will help you dial in your fit.

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Sports Bra Guide