Post on 21-Dec-2015
SPORTS BRAS
COMFORT, SUPPORT, COMFORT, SUPPORT, DURABILITY, LONGITIVITY, AND DURABILITY, LONGITIVITY, AND
BREATHABILITYBREATHABILITY
HistoryMarie Tucek patented the first “Breast Supporter” in 1893. It looked very similar to the modern brassiere.
1977 first sports bras were arranged using 2 jock straps sewn together
Current designs consider many factors from comfort to support
1959 : Warners and Du Pont produced Lycra (a very stretchy fabric) which is now used in most bras. The fabric vents extremely well.
Other fabrics predominantly found in sports bras are know for their elastic properties.Cooper’s ligaments are the natural support along with skin for the breast.
Test to be evaluated
Mile Run Survey Survey on comfort
before and after exercise bout.
Also will look at breath ability, and friction spots.
Vertical jump and breast movement. Looks at comfort levels
and breast pain. Can predict support and
comfort for long term use of specific sports bras.
Will look at still frame shots to determine actual movement and acceleration, which can cause pain and discomfort
General Survey
Survey general problem areas associated with random sports bras used, and random breast size
14 factors/situations
1-10 ratings of problem areas
Survey
Problem areas with sports bra
research survey.
A perceived rating by user ranging
from 1-10 of being a problem area
Situation Circle Ratingbreast movement while walking 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10breast movement while jogging 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10breast movement while running 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
breast movement stretching 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10breast movement while jumping 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
breast movement while lifting weights 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10irritation of fabrics 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ventilation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10comfort 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
durability 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10support 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
compression 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10high bouncing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10low bouncing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Results of 20 surveys
02468
10
Situation
Rating 1-10
Example of sports bras on the market
Sioux Sport Bra
Material
88% Polyester, 12% Spandex® 375 gm Features
Moisture Management with ventilation High motion control Molded cups for additional support Power support straps for stability Back closure
Donna Karan Underwire Sport Bra
Designed with underwires for natural separation.
Heat-molded cups have inner support paneling and covered underwire construction.
This sports bra transfers moisture to keep you cool and comfortable.
Side support panels keep breast tissue from chaffing under arms.
Unique 6 position hook shoulder strap adjustment design.
Shock Absorber : Impact Level 3 Anna
Kournikova multiway sports bra Hi-tech Coolmax fabric, this performance sports bra has molded cups with an inner support sling, padded straps and a multiway back fastening with an option of crossover or straight straps.
ENELL Sports Bra
The ENELL Sports Bra was designed to enable larger breasted women to exercise and play sports in comfort.
They are made with Naturexx® fabric. This fabric wicks moisture away from your body and dissipates body heat while giving you strength, and garment life.
Bouncing breast can be a barrier/setback for physical activity.
How to make sure you have the right support.
Conclusions
Areas needing to be looked at closer
Jumping
Ventilation
Reducing breast motion