I’ve been absent a while. I’ve written several hey-i’m-back drafts and finished none. So, I’m doing this the only way I know how, at the moment. A review. Why would a woman who isn’t pregnant or lactating try a nursing bra? Well, the never-ending search for comfortable, flexible bras to accommodate fluctuating cup and band […]
Workout Gear
Lucy Activewear for Wide Shoulders, Larger Busts and Hips, and Long Rises
Athletic apparel designed to fit wide shoulders, larger busts and hips, and long rises is difficult to find. But thanks to a little luck and a very patient and helpful salesperson at the local Lucy store, I found some well fitting workout options. First, a note about Lucy’s size chart. Luckily, Lucy appears to make and stock athletic […]
Review: Elila 1620 Microfiber Sports Bra
The Elila Microfiber Sport 1620 is one of four sports bras I’m reviewing for the Fit & Active September series. The Elila 1620 is a high impact, compression and encapsulation sports bra. I was intruiged by the bra’s inner lining which is made with a silver yarn that claims to wick away moisture, fight odors, and […]
Workout Bottoms for Big Hips
Today’s post in the Fit and Active September series is about finding workout bottoms for big hips – focusing on shorts, pants, and capris. Full disclosure about how this post carries some bias: In addition to having wide hips, I have a long rise because I am a strange Figure 8/X Shape hybrid on the bottom half. […]
Workout Clothes for Big Busts, Hips and Shoulders: Tops
Today’s post in the Fit and Active September series is about finding workout clothes for big busts, shoulders and hips – focusing on tanks, tops and t’s. Since I live in a warm climate, I can wear tank tops across seasons. A huge benefit of tank tops is that I only have to worry about […]