Finding the perfect high-impact sports bra shouldn’t feel like an impossible task, but it often does. With what feels like endless options marketed as the one to support you through your toughest workouts, it’s easy to end up with a sports bra that falls short. That’s where we come in. To help you zero in on the best high-impact sports bra for your needs — whether you’re hitting a high-energy class like Orangetheory or CorePower Yoga’s Sculpt workout, or crushing sprints at the gym — we spent hours combing through the options to come up with nine we’re genuinely excited to share with you.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up the best high-impact sports bras on the market you’ll want to tell all of your fitness-loving friends about. Of course, we included everything from top-rated sports bras on Amazon to investment pieces Reddit fitness boards can’t stop talking about. We’ve done the hard work to curate options for every bust size (yes, we got very specific), featuring top picks from brands like Champion, Lululemon, Shefit, Knix, and more. Keep scrolling to meet your new and super supportive (in more ways than one!) workout MVP.
Running Girl High Impact Sports Bra ($18, originally $24)
This high-impact sports bra on Amazon has racked up thousands of five-star reviews, with shoppers praising its built-in molded cups. It’s free of clasps or closures, so all you have to do is slide it over your head, and you’re good to go. The design relies on those molded cups and a compressive fit for support, making it a better pick for those with smaller busts who don’t need as many features for control during high-impact activities.
Champion Women’s Sports Bra ($23, originally $48)
This is one of the most popular high-impact sports bras on Amazon. Shoppers love its gel-infused, adjustable bra straps, compressive fit, and smooth silhouette under tops. Another undeniably great feature is its variety of color options, ranging from classic neutrals to vibrant pops of color — all at a fair price point. A quick note to shoppers: while this bra is considered high-impact and has plenty of rave reviews, those with larger busts may want to look for an option with even more features for extra support.
Glamorise Women’s Plus Size No-Bounce Camisole Sports Bra ($41)
“This bra is perfect,” writes an Amazon reviewer, echoing the sentiments of countless others. “As a plus-size woman with a larger chest, it is VERY difficult to find bras that fit, let alone sports bras.” What makes this sports bra a standout is its thoughtful features: a breathable mesh camisole neckline for extra support and bounce control, no-stretch cups to keep everything firmly in place, and moisture-wicking fabric.
Under Armour Women’s Infinity High Impact Sports Bra ($52, originally $60)
This high-impact sports bra from Under Armour has a lot to offer, including features that rival pricier brands. The ones we appreciate most are its odor-control technology and sweat-wicking fabric, its customizable fit with adjustments at the base of the front straps and in the back, and molded cups that, as one reviewer said, “provide perfect amount of shaping/prevent uniboob squish.”
Lululemon Run Times Bra ($68)
No fitness roundup is complete without Lululemon in the mix. It’s not just personal preference; the brand simply offers some of the most popular activewear out there, including this quick-drying sports bra made for running. As one of over 1,000 five-star reviewers wrote on its website: “Finally a bra that does what it says. This is one folks. If you sit high and have a lot of bounce, this is the one for you. Even keeps the nips from telling the world how cold you are.”
Shefit Ultimate Sports Bra ($69)
Shefit’s sports bras have a patented, high-impact design that you quite literally won’t find anywhere else. As one of many happy reviewers described its fit, it “holds the goods militantly,” thanks to its wide supportive bands, versatile strap configurations (you can wear it as an X-back or H-back formation), and a hidden hook on the front zipper to keep you extra secure.
Panache Underwire Sports Bra ($75)
Panache is one of the most talked-about high-impact sports bra brands on Reddit, a platform where users gather to share honest, unfiltered reviews. While many agree it’s an investment, they also rave about its ability to deliver a beautiful, defined shape and — most importantly — plenty of support. Its breathable design features wide, cushioned straps and a racerback ring detail that helps prevent that dreaded bounce.
Knix Catalyst Sports Bra ($75)
This high-impact sports bra is so popular that it might be tough to find in stock — fair warning (sorry!). Designed specifically to prevent bounce during intense workouts, the Knix team even teamed up with the University of Portsmouth Research Group to prove its effectiveness, showing that it reduces breast movement by an impressive 76 percent.
Anita Women’s Extreme Control Sport Bra ($79)
This high-impact sports bra is the priciest option on our list, but passionate reviewers swear it’s worth every penny. With “extreme” in the name, they say it’s no exaggeration. One Reddit user called it their “all-time favorite,” describing it as the “most locked-down sports bra I’ve worn.” Its three-section outer cup design features distinct panels, strategically stitched to contour and support your shape like a dream.
Marisa Petrarca (she/her) is a contributing editor for PS Shopping and has over seven years of experience writing and editing beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content. She was previously the senior beauty editor at Grazia USA and the style and beauty editor at Us Weekly. Now freelancing, her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Allure, Marie Claire, and more. When she’s not working on a story, you can probably find her testing the latest makeup, skin-care, or hair launches. Marisa lives in Saint Paul, MN, with her husband and their corgi, Cooper.
