A training bra is designed for girls who have started to develop breasts but do not yet fit into a women’s bra size. Sizes range from AAA to A cups, and it’s important to measure properly. They are usually simple in design and made from stretchy cotton fabrics. They can be helpful during exercise and provide an extra layer of fabric for modesty. Some sports bras are marketed as training bras, but they are not the same thing.
A training bra is designed for girls who have started to develop breasts but do not yet fit into a women’s bra size. Normal sizes for this type of bra generally range from AAA to A cups. Once a girl can wear a B cup, she can usually find a different bra size. It should be noted in all sizes, apart from cup A, the double letters mean that it is one cup larger. For example, DD is larger than D, but AAA or AA bra cups are smaller than A cups.
When to wear or buy a first training bra is highly variable. Some girls can develop breasts starting at the age of eight, and others can reach their teens. Many girls don’t feel the need to wear a bra, but others hope to get a bra as a rite of passage and a sign of maturity.
Although when a girl first begins to develop she may not need a huge amount of support, a training bra can be helpful during exercise to prevent chafing. It also provides an extra layer of fabric between your clothing and your breasts, which is a bit more modest. Many girls are perfectly happy in T-shirts or camisoles.
Most types of training bras are fairly simple in design, and many are made from stretchy cotton fabrics. The bra generally does not feature an underwire as minimal support is needed and is usually achieved simply by using stretchy fabric. The bra style may have a bit of embellishment or be made of satin, but cotton seems the most popular choice. White or beige colors are the most common, although you may find some in dark colors.
Training bra sizes are not always uniform. Some bras fit smaller or larger than other brands, so skillful measuring is important. To find the proper fit, you must take two measurements. The first is a measurement directly under the breasts on the ribcage and around the body. The second measurement is of the breasts, at their largest point, around the body. Usually there is a differential number between the breasts and the ribcage.
If this number is between 0-.5 inches (1.27 cm), then a AAA training bra cup may be appropriate. An inch (2.54 cm) difference suggests an AA cup, and a 2-inch (5.08 cm) difference suggests an A cup. Some bra styles do not feature cup sizes, but are only measured by the circumference of the ribcage and below the breasts. The cups of these bras are typically flat, but have a little bit of give to give a slightly larger breast a small amount of support. You may need to try several styles before you find the most comfortable one.
To confuse matters, you may occasionally see sports bras marketed as training bras. They are usually called sports bras. Generally, the training bra is found in the girls’ department of retail stores, although occasionally you have to look in the lingerie section of the store.
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