ENELL Women's Full Coverage High Impact Sports Bra (100)

History/Experience: I have struggled to find a good sports bra for my large chest since I was in middle school. Growing up playing soccer really made it hard to adjust when things started bouncing more. My mom (being smaller busted) also struggled to help me find a solution. Keep in mind, this was before the internet/google/amazon days. I finally settled on "doubling-up" when getting ready for a game or practice - which was a daily occurrence. Looking back now, that was terrible. I could barely breath correctly, getting in and out of two very tight bras was a nightmare not to mention quite embarrassing. So, playing soccer ended soon after I became more full-figured. Recently (at age 23) I started running, having my new sports bra from the sporting store, made "specifically for larger breasts". Well, that was a crock. Sorry, but bras off the shelf just don't cut it. After researching and reading about several of the newer sports bras on the market, I decided upon the Enell. I was careful not to get my hopes up too much however, because I didn't I could ever wear something that truly cut out the bouncing, but I remained hopeful. I measured, remeasured and finally ordered my new bra. As soon as it came, I had to go run around the neighborhood to give it a try. Oh, the joy of running! The Real Product Review: I am VERY HAPPY with the Enell. I can finally jog/run and truly enjoy what the sport has to offer, without worrying about hurting myself or being out of breath from non-stop chest thumping! The bra is quite tight but I think that is a necessity. I still move a little bit but since my breasts are held very close/tight to my chest, the up and down motion is very minimal. It took a few days of getting used to but now I love putting on my Enell (I always lay down to hook the clasps - much easier!) I love the tight feeling across my back when I am wearing it. I have even worn it all day at the zoo and other family activities. So easy, so comfy and SO worth every penny. The greatest thing, I don't have think twice when chasing the toddler! I don't have to worry anymore about wanting to enjoy an impromptu game of frisbee or catch at the park. I can run and play with the kiddos comfortably and confidently. I would recommend the Enell to anyone with a larger bust that is tired of having to deal with improper support, doubling-up and not being able to breath, having constant chest-thumping when exercising, or just wants to feel better when playing with their kids. It has truly become one of my most essential pieces of clothing. As for the price: Yes, it seems expensive for a sports bra, but seriously, how much did you pay for your gym sneakers? I believe that this is just as essential to your workout wardrobe as your shoes. Maybe more since there are plenty of things you can do barefooted! Try it, feel the difference, find your stride, and go for it. You will be amazed at the difference proper support makes on your entire workout, attitude, and confidence! I have been using this bra for over 4 months now and still love it. Note: I launder my bra in a lingerie bag (to wash and dry). It keeps other clothing from getting tangled in the clasps and ripping them out. This is a good trick for all of your bras since the larger size you need, the more expensive they are! Also, I dry mine in the dryer since that helps to "shrink it back up" after use. So far, I have never had a problem and I'd say I have washed it well over 100 times using the lingerie bag.

I originally used Enell bras years ago and recently came back to them. I wear a size 5 now after previously wearing a 4. I deal with arthritis in my neck, back, and shoulders, so I need serious support and stability. This bra is extremely structured and distributes weight across the torso instead of pulling on the shoulders. One thing I forgot about until putting it on again is how much compression it provides. For me it actually works similarly to a light binder. It doesn’t flatten completely like a dedicated binder would, but it significantly reduces movement and minimizes the chest while still providing strong support. Because of the front closure and wide straps, it feels more comfortable for long wear than most compression garments. It definitely feels firm at first, but once everything is in place it feels more like supportive armor than a regular bra. I normally wear a Snag bra in size 6 and around an H cup in most traditional bra brands

I had a hard time choosing between the size 2 and 3. (42 bust and 37 rib cage) The 3 seemed like the best fit for the rib cage, but I thought I'd need a 2 to really compress everything. I'm glad I went with the 3, because if it were any tighter, and it would probably hurt my rib cage. As it is, it seems just right. When I first put it on, I thought it wouldn't control bounce enough because it felt just a tad roomy in the top part, but it works! There's still some movement, but it doesn't hurt at all, and I don't feel like the breath is being squeezed out of me. In fact, I hardly feel constricted at all, other than in the band around my rib cage, and that part isn't uncomfortable at all. The top and bottom control panels do exactly what the video says--they minimize bounce. I did several jumping jacks without a problem. It's really hard to believe that it can do that without being squished too much. It does make you look a little like you're wearing body armor, and under a shirt it definitely doesn't look like you're wearing a normal bra. But I think it looks fine. It just flattens you, and depending on the fabric you're wearing you can sometimes see the seam between the top part of the bra and the bottom support. Turbo Kick and the elliptical trainer aren't places to have fashion shows, anyway, though, so I'm definitely keeping mine. Shipper, OneSweetOne, was also fast. I ordered on a Wednesday, got it on a Tuesday--one day earlier than indicated. UPDATE Jan 31st 2012. I wore my bra to a hip-hop aerobics class and it worked great! We did a lot of jumping around and bouncing, and I enjoyed it more than I've enjoyed aerobics or dancing in YEARS. I think there's still a shifting movement in the bra, but I honestly don't notice it since it's not impeding my workout. I feel like I have better balance and control as I move.

Is it the prettiest? No. Is it the most effective? Hell yes. 32G, avid runner, I have been wearing these for years and they are the ONLY sports bra that actually holds the girls still. They are VERY durable and hold up well with many, many washes (even when I tumble dry them which you are not supposed to do). 5’6”, 140-145, naturals, narrow ribcage. When I was at my leanest I wore a 0 and that strapped them in pretty intensely. Mostly have size 1s now and they fit more comfortably but the shoulder straps are a bit too long so there is a little more movement when running but not enough to be uncomfortable.

This bra fits very well. I got a size 0 and I need to size up to a 1. It is nice and secure and high on the sides, which I always have a problem with on sports bras because I’m always getting squished out the sides. I am usually a 30 G. Sports bras don’t seem to come in that size and I have always struggled to find one that fits around the rib cage area. It is a little challenging to hook all of the little claps in the front but it seems like with the correct size. This would be a very good sports bra. I have to be honest I don’t love the shiny material but since I don’t wear a sports bra without a tank top over it that really wouldn’t be an issue. I think this is a good choice for large busted women and even women with my issue of small rib cage, but large cup size. With the right size, I would definitely buy this again. It also seems to be well-made. The price point is pretty high though.

So far, this is the best support I've found. I am a 38H, and have used this bra at least six times to engage in the following activities-- hiking,spinning, kickboxing, weightlifting, step and various types of aerobic conditioning including dance type videos. This bra does not completely eliminate all bounce for me, but it does manage and minimize it. For the first time in a long time I can do activities like jumping jacks, run, jumping or bouncing moves. I can't yet do full out running because of the bounce. The things I like most about the bra are: --comfortable to wear, no part of the bra is cutting into my skin and leaving marks, --the bra fits tightly and my breast feel smaller, but not uncomfortable, I can breathe normally, --the straps are excellent, they are wide and they don't dig into my shoulders at all, --the design of the bra is great, I don't have extra loose skin coming through straps because the bra covers like a vest My only con would be that it takes time to fasten because you must adjust your breast as you fasten it. The first time I used this, it took me about 7 minutes. I can now put in on in about three minutes. There is also a line that shows through the front if you wear only a thin tee-shirt. I can live with this, I normally where a tee-shirt and then an athletic shirt. I feel like I am performing better, because I can breath. I don't have to try to hold my breast to minimize movement. In my spin class I can go full out and it feels great. I no longer have to wear one or two sports bras that are tight and compressing cutting my skin and still having to deal with a lot of bounce. I am comfortable and I feel like I am taking my training to a new level because I don't have to worry so much about my breast bouncing. Also, the small amount of bounce I get does not hurt. In the past, if I bounced to much my breast would hurt. The bra also washes well, I follow the instructions and watch with cold water and let it air dry. I've washed it three times because I sweat so much. Once it dries, it fits snug. I would definitely recommend to anyone who buys this bra to go to the enell website and view the video on sizing. I ordered the wrong size based on my bra size. After viewing the video on enell, I measured myself and found that I actually needed a larger size (one size up). Had I not did this, I would not have liked this bra as much.

I have to admit that this bra is the best bounce control for my 38ddd's I've ever used. All my life I've had to "double bag", and even that didn't fully work. While the top portion of the breast doesn't have much support, and you unfortunately can't adjust the straps, this bra certainly squishes the majority of the chest down into a comfortable squeeze for high impact running. Most of these positive reviewers don't seem to have gone for a run in this bra though. I've now gone on 6 runs while wearing this bra, each over 30 minutes, and each time, this bra left me with deep blisters on my diaphragm/lower ribs area and on my mid back due to friction rubbing with the hard bottom edges of the bra. It doesn't even look that intense in my picture, but add in sweat to that blister and it makes for an uncomfortable run and following several days. I had to cut off the sharp edges of the armpit area (cut areas shown in picture in red) immediately in order to even go on my first run. I'm baffled at the price of this bra in relation to the seeming low quality and thoughtlessness of the seams and edges. And especially for actual high impact exercise, the sharp connecting edges are seriously uncomfortable. So while I can't deny that this is the best functioning sports bra for running I've ever used, the deeply uncomfortable edges/seams make me wary to continue using this bra, as I've had to damage it with scissors in order to make it even passingly wearable for high intensity running. Maybe if you have a narrower rib cage it won't rub so painfully?

When I was in my early 30s, I got one of these Enell bras because I had to use a store credit up. I never regretted it! This thing holds you in like no other. I'm a size G now, I was a DDD back then. Nothing moved when I was exercising and I could do whatever exercises I wanted with no worries. Somehow I lost that when I quit exercising as regularly. I tried other "normal" sports bras, but nothing was as supportive as my old Enell bra. I was really happy to find this online and to get a new one. It still holds me in with great support! I did order according to my measurements for the first one, but I was at the high end of the measurements for that size. As I am still losing weight, I thought I could get away with it, even if it was a little tight. But, it was just too tight, so I returned that one and got one size up, which fit great. I've knocked off one star because of how expensive this is, but I knew the quality was there, so I bought it anyway. I'm so glad to have my great, supportive bra back!

This is the third enell sports bra I have bought I have purchased these from overseas sellers. It's a great product holds you in place when you're working out. Wouldn't buy from Retail Direct Australia though they are terrible with their customer service.

This is my second one of these bras. They are amazing. Incredible for people who have had a breast reduction. Great side support and your dolls don't move. Love it love it love it.

I placed my order online then decided i would prefer different colours. I called the seller in the UK and got the best customer service help/assistance. The person on the phone was very kind, helpful and patient. In a few short days my Bras arrived in the colours I wanted. I was very pleased with this seller.

I am a truck driver and I am building new roads so it can get pretty rough and bumpy . I love the support that this sports bra provides and will be looking at buying another

Received quickly! Love these sports bra’s, extremely comfortable. Worth every penny for the quality and comfort and less jiggling around! Used the size guide and good fit.