Tricks, tips and the right bras to start off the new year in fine form
The holidays are over and the last round of turkey leftovers is gone. Phew! Now it’s time to get back into shape, make healthy resolutions for the new year and take care of yourself. WonderBra has a simple and efficient way to take you there. So, let’s go!
1 – Get off to a good start by choosing an activity you enjoy
Are you the zen or traditional type? With only 20 to 30 minutes of activity 2 to 3 times a week, you can burn off those excess calories stored up while hibernating over the holidays. It doesn’t matter which activity you choose. What counts is that it suits your lifestyle and that it’s fun.*
Zen-style exercise with gentle moves
This exercise style became popular several years ago and has become increasingly widespread. Exercises like yoga and Pilates help firm up your muscles, while improving your flexibility and posture. These low-impact exercises generate high returns, since they make you work on small hard-to-reach muscles that people tend to forget. You can exercise in a group or on your own at home. All you need is an exercise pad. Since these are floor exercises, the impact on joints (knees, etc.) is minimal.
Traditional exercise that keeps you on the move
Jogging, aerobics and spinning are ideal sports for women who like to stretch their legs and work up a sweat. These types of exercise give you a good cardio and endurance workout, while melting off those extra pounds. You can exercise in a group (with a teacher) or own your own. Tip: Exercising while listening to lively music makes you feel more motivated.
2 – The right bra from the WonderBra Sports Bra collection
Whether you just want to go for a stroll or work out at the gym, think about buying an activity-appropriate sports bra. Just like running shoes, a sports bra is a must-have accessory. The four bras below are suitable for all activities. Regardless of your shape or size, WonderBra Sports bras can be adjusted for maximum comfort and support. They highlight your feminine curves, and provide maximum support when you need it most during activities.
Ultra-soft COOLMAX® breathable moisture-wicking fabric, styles 5126 and 5127 help you stay dry, while providing ultimate comfort. Soft back closures help reduce skin irritation.
Style 5925 is the perfect bra with breathable fabric, seamless cups, adjustable shoulder straps and a V-shaped back that provide the right level of support and superior fit.
Style 5926 – Wide camisole shoulder straps provide stability and athletic styling, while its two-ply molded cups and wide elastic under bust band provide the right level of support and superior fit.
The WonderBra sports Bra collection is incredibly comfortable and well designed with special features that adapt to your body. Click here for information about sizes, more details and suggested retail prices.
What’s your basic starting point? The right size, of course!
Since the holidays festivities and some minor weight fluctuations, your bra size may have changed. It’s important to wear a properly fitted bra. Remember that your bra size may also have changed if you:
- Have lost or gained weight
- Have started or stopped an exercise program
- Are pregnant or just gave birth
- Have not had your measurements taken in more than a year
To guide you with your measurements, we recommend that you visit a professional fitter at your favorite store. A few minutes of your time can make a world of difference!
As always, WonderBra is here to support you. We would love to hear your comments, suggestions and questions.
* Always consult a professional before starting a new exercise program.
October is Breast Cancer Month. For every purchase of the limited-edition pink bra style 7472, WonderBra will donate $5 to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Talk about a feel-good solution! And it’s comfortable too… The style features a Flex Frame® in Stretch Perfect® lining for maximum comfort and style. Strong, stretch fabric on the back panels provides superior support. The lace cups are feminine and smooth, and the shoulder straps have an elastic release back for a snug fit and easy adjustment. WonderBra’s bra Style 7472 gives you full support while supporting a good cause.
Be pretty in pink and complete the look with the matching 772 control-top panty. Actually, you can be more than pretty in pink…be sexy too! The lace inserts on the sides give you sexier looking hips and longer looking legs. The elastic-free front panel lets you breathe, while shaping and controlling the upper tummy area. The gusset is, of course, lined with 100% cotton.
The WonderBra limited edition of pink bra Styles 7472 and 772 are available at Sears, The Bay and select specialty stores across Canada for the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $39.25 for Style 7472 and $21.75 for Style 772.
Andy Warhol once said that Marilyn Monroe’s lips weren’t kissable so much as they were “photographable.” It turns out it really did take work to make the blond bombshell look the way she did, even down to her famous curves. And when her bra sold for $5,200 at a recent London auction, it showed that even a Hollywood celebrity needs a hand getting a lift.
Though the bra looks a little bare at first, it was actually very intricately designed to make Ms. Monroe look like she wasn’t wearing any. Auctioneer Richard Davie notes that the rock-solid bra is embedded with 4 cups and steel wiring. “There’s an inner cup, which is almost hidden, which would support her chest as normal,” he says. “But then there’s another larger cup about an inch further out, to give the impression she had a bigger chest.”
The suspension-bridge halter straps gave her even more of a lift. They were also easy to hide under a gown or dress, like the famous white frock Marilyn wore in The Seven Year Itch. Meanwhile, the cups didn’t cover her breasts, giving the illusion that her 36D perk was 100% natural.
All women have beauty secrets, even legends like Marilyn Monroe. Maybe that’s why, in our latest survey, you voted her as the woman who best “personifies the true essence of femininity.” It’s easier to identify with someone who has to put a little effort into herself each morning. And it’s certainly comforting to know Marilyn was no exception.
The auction was held in late July in London, England. The famous bra was sold to an anonymous caller from Hong Kong.
And what about you? You must have comments on this incredible bra and the star who wore it. Why not share them with us? We’d love to know what you think.
WonderBra catalogs are now available to help you select the style that suits you best. You can view our classic WonderBra collection or our ever-popular collections like Just My Size and WonderBra Plus. For women who prefer a trendier look, WonderBra Me carries undergarments that are truly sassy! You can also download and view the styles available exclusively at Sears and/or specialty shops.
No matter what type of figure you have, you’re sure to find a shoe that fits…or rather undergarments that flatter your shape!
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