How to choose your sports bra

When playing sports, breast support is a key factor in comfort and performance. An ill-fitting sports bra can lead to pain, discomfort, and even long-term injuries. This is even more true for outdoor sports, which put the body under varying conditions. Whether you're a weekend hiker or an alpine trail enthusiast, the right sports bra is your best ally.

For so-called "gentle" activities, such as yoga, Pilates, or walking, the main objective is comfort. The bra must accompany the movements without compressing , offering a feeling of lightness while maintaining a minimum of support. Here, there is no need for excessive reinforcement or rigid structures: we favor soft and breathable materials, a second-skin fit, and great freedom of movement. The challenge is to forget that you are wearing a bra, while remaining perfectly comfortable in inverted postures or long breathing sessions. Bonus: for these sports, often practiced indoors, quick drying is a real plus for back-to-back sessions without discomfort.

Designed for movement and respect for the body, the KEA Women's bra is an ideal ally for low-impact practices. Its racerback, complemented by a mesh insert, guarantees excellent breathability and quick drying . Its light weight (93 g) and lack of underwire give it a second-skin feel, perfect for long yoga sessions or leisurely hikes.

In terms of materials, Lagoped remains true to its commitments: the KEA is made from ECONYL®, a recycled polyamide yarn from waste such as carpets or fishing nets . The blend with elastane ensures comfort and elasticity, while the short circuit (yarn in Slovenia, knitting and dyeing in Italy, assembly in Portugal) limits the carbon footprint.

The result: a lightweight, technical bra that's more environmentally friendly than traditional polyamide. Perfect for the body... and the planet.

When practicing moderate-impact sports, such as mountain hiking, mountain biking, skiing, or climbing, the need for support becomes greater than for gentle activities. These disciplines place greater demands on the upper body, sometimes for long periods or with varying intensity. The sports bra must therefore offer a good balance between support and freedom of movement. Adjustable straps allow you to adapt the fit as closely as possible to your body shape, while a reinforced underbust band limits bounce and improves stability. Choosing a breathable and quick-drying fabric is also essential to avoid irritation caused by perspiration, especially when performing multiple exercises in hot or humid (or very cold!) environments. It is this type of hybrid model, halfway between comfort and technical features, that regular outdoor sports enthusiasts are looking for.

When it comes to high-impact activities like running, technical trail running, challenging ski touring, or HIIT-type interval training, the number one priority is firm, consistent support. These efforts generate repeated, dynamic, and sometimes abrupt movements: it is therefore essential to have a bra designed to encapsulate each breast independently (rather than compressing them together), especially if you have a larger bust. Here, we look for models with a cross or racerback, which provide good support while distributing the tension. The underbust band is wide, fitted, and sometimes reinforced to prevent any bouncing. Some models may even incorporate molded cups or underwires for even more stability. Without compromising on comfort, these bras are truly technical pieces of equipment, designed to support you in your most intense challenges.

Beyond the type of activity, a sports bra must first and foremost be adapted to the body shape of the person wearing it. This is what guarantees comfort, freedom of movement, and optimal support, without discomfort or chafing.

People with smaller busts can turn to more minimalist models , without cups or with removable pads, depending on the desired level of comfort. The emphasis can be placed on the softness of the materials, the flexibility of the seams and a second-skin cut that accompanies the movements without restricting them. However, light support remains necessary, especially if the activity involves bouncing or broad movements (such as climbing or mountain biking). These more discreet bras are often very light, breathable, and can be forgotten once worn.

Larger busts require a bra structure designed to provide superior support while avoiding tightness. Encapsulation construction, which wraps each breast individually, is often chosen rather than simply providing uniform compression. A wide underbust band helps distribute weight better, while adjustable—or even crisscross—straps provide added stability. A back closure can also make it easier to put on, especially after exercise.

💡 Tip: Bras that come in specific sizes (85B, 90C, etc.) or in a "technical bra" version are often good indicators for higher support needs.

A sports bra is a garment worn next to the skin, often for several hours. It is therefore essential that it be breathable, soft, and technically suited to exercise. Synthetic fibers such as recycled polyamide, recycled polyester, or elastane are particularly effective at ensuring support, elasticity, and sweat wicking.

Certain details, such as the addition of mesh in the back, help to optimize ventilation , while a soft lining limits unpleasant friction, particularly during endurance sports or repeated movements.

💡 At Lagoped, the focus is on materials that are both technical and more environmentally friendly. Econyl fiber, a high-end recycled polyamide, is made from used fishing nets or industrial fabric scraps. The fabric is then knitted and dyed in Italy, before being assembled in Portugal, in a spirit of short supply chains and transparency.

The KEA sports bra is designed to feel like a second skin : lightweight, soft, and breathable, you'll forget you're wearing it during exercise. Ideal for low- to medium-impact sports—like yoga, walking, indoor climbing, or hiking—it prioritizes comfort and freedom of movement over intense support.

For more committed activities (trail running or running), a model with more structure would be more suitable. This type of sports bra is not yet in the Lagoped catalog, but is one of the avenues currently being explored by the product team.

This choice is deliberate: the emphasis is on a second-skin feel and optimal comfort, even if it means offering lighter support during very intense activities—rather than sacrificing comfort for more structured support. Because high-performance clothing is, first and foremost, one in which you feel good.

The KEA sports bra can be worn alone or with our base layers, with or without sleeves!