Brooks Dare Cross-Back Zip Sports Bra - High Support Running & Workout Bra for Women - Perfect for Yoga, Gym & High-Impact Activities

The first time I tried to get "the girls" into this, I gave up and thought how the heck does a D cup get into this thing!#!After wrestling with my other over the head removal of compression sports bra, I was determined to try again. Once I was able to give the zipper a good tug - all was well in the world and the girls were safely secured, although, I've never been much for a chin holder - there is definitely GOOD support here.Still working through the fit on this one - will update as the test progresses with the front zip style. There aren't many options, hoping this stands up to lots of wear.For others: I'm typically a 34D/36C and ordered the 36C/D.This bra isn’t what I expected but it does exactly what it’s supposed to. The material is almost a thin foam, not the material I was expecting but very comfortable and doesn’t rub. If you get your proper bra size this bra is very compressive, my girls weren’t going anywhere.The only downside is it was a struggle to clip and zip because of how compressive it was. You have to clip first, then zip, then shimmy the bra downwards into place. Once you’re in it’s very comfy.Bra is supportive, comfortable, and and mostly true to size, although a bit loose at the top under the arms. All the edges of the garment are very smooth and flat - no hems or bindings to cause irritation. The one negative is that it is difficult to get the zipper started.Bought this bra based on its "chafe-free" comfort for running. Laundered before first use, as instructed. The bra is smooth and light. The wicking works well. However, on a 60 min run, I experienced chafing under my breasts as well as on the sides. This bra will work for lighter impact, like bike and elliptical and even weight training. However, it certainly does NOT serve the purpose for which I bought it.Most of my running bras are Brooks, but this was the first time I tried the front zip model. The fit was true to size (34c/d) and very supportive for running. It is quite a bit easier to put this bra on and take it off, thanks to the front zip. Do take advantage of the hook and loop to make zipping easier. May be challenging to zip for bigger cup sizes, but worked great for me.I am a big breasted runner (38C/D) that has used a compression bra for 10 years. That bra rubs under my breasts and causes me to chafe and bleed unless I wear a short sleeve compression shirt under that bra. I ordered this bra so I could ditch the compression under layer shirt. I tried putting it on while standing up, but couldn't do so without zipping my breast skin. I finally laid down on my bed, let my breasts fall to the side, and managed to zip it and hook it closed. I jogged around the inside of my house. My breasts took on a life of their own. They bounced, they went back and forth, and they hurt. This is NOT a running bra. This is NOT a sports bra. There is zero support. This zippered bra needs to be redesigned with more fabric above the breasts in order to keep the breasts contained. On the plus side it is super comfortable. It's going back.fantastic fit. I normally wear 36B regular bra (135lbs). ordered 36a/b.great for running, yoga, rowing. feels like a thin neoprene material, but not sticky even when sweating. stays/feels dry. the front zipper makes it easy to get on and off. material sits flat, unlike sports bras with the adjustable straps (like the fiona). zipper sticks up a little bit.the band in the bottom isn't as strong as I expected, rides up a little bit. I would think it may be less comfortably for size c and larger cups.I like this bra so much I bought ut in three colors.