The New York Times - Actually good sports bras

A group of five people wearing our picks for best sports bra in front of a blue background.

Photo: Marki Williams

Unfortunately, a sports bra won’t magically make you run faster, jump higher, or lift heavier. But a good one can certainly be a supportive player along the way. We’ve compared 38 sports bras over the past seven years and recruited over two dozen panelists who put them to the test for everything from gentle yoga to full-on marathons.

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The 6 best sports bras→

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More to move with

All of our picks for best running shoes, placed side by side.

How to choose the best running shoes for you

You’ll likely need to try on several different pairs to find the right ones. Here’s where we recommend you start.

Three stacks of cork and foam yoga blocks alongside a rolled gray yoga mat.

Yoga blocks we love

Use our favorite yoga blocks for yoga, sure. But we think they’re useful for other clever things, too.

Numerous water bottles of different brands and styles.

The best water bottles

We have eight recommendations for everyone from gym rats to frequent travelers.

Plus: These cheap and durable leggings are great for challenging hikes (and lazy lounging)

A graphic with someone in leggings surrounded by a pink border.

Photo: Wirecutter Staff and IUGA

Soft and comfortable, these $25 leggings fit and feel better than any other pair we tried at this price. They also have pockets.
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But maybe most importantly? They’re durable. Senior staff writer Elissa Sanci was amazed they were unscathed after a recent, particularly difficult hike. “A miracle,” she says, “considering I spent more time on my butt than I did my feet while scooting my way down.”

“The only leggings I want to wear”→

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