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Frequently Asked Questions About Anita Sports Bras
Has Anita Active won awards for their sports bras?
Yes — and consistently. The Anita DynamiX and Air Control deltaPad sports bras were awarded Double Gold in the Sports Bra Category at the 2024 Health & Wellbeing Awards. In 2025, Anita Active was crowned the best-selling sports bra brand across seven countries at the BBA Awards — the Best Boutique Brand Awards, which recognise products evaluated by industry professionals and customer reviews alike. And back in 2020, the Extreme Control Plus won the prestigious ISPO Award in the Fitness & Team Sports Bra category, one of the most respected honours in the sports world. These aren't one-off wins — Anita has a long track record of independent recognition that backs up what we see in our boutique every day.
What is the best high-impact sports bra for larger cup sizes?
The Anita Extreme Control is our strongest recommendation for high-impact exercise in larger cup sizes, going up to an H cup. It features a higher cup line for maximum coverage, wide padded straps that distribute weight evenly across the shoulders, and a breathable mesh band that controls moisture during intense exercise. The five-part cup construction provides exceptional stability and depth — it's specifically engineered for larger busts doing serious exercise, and the difference it makes compared to a standard sports bra is significant. If you're unsure which size or style is right for you, get in touch by phone or WhatsApp and we'll guide you personally.
What is the difference between the Anita Air Control and Extreme Control?
The Air Control uses Anita's patented Delta Pad technology — sewn-in foam cups that enhance support and shape without sacrificing breathability, combined with ultra-light mesh fabric for optimal air circulation. It creates a smooth, flattering silhouette under sportswear and discreetly conceals the nipple, which many of our customers particularly appreciate. It's a versatile, everyday sports bra that works across a wide range of activities. The Extreme Control is the heavy-duty option — designed specifically for running and high-impact exercise in larger cup sizes, with maximum stability and a higher cup line. Both are excellent; the right choice depends on your cup size and how intense your exercise is.
Is a racerback sports bra better for exercise?
It depends entirely on personal preference and what you're doing. The Anita DynamiX Racerback has pre-shaped cups, ergonomic padding, and a racerback design that's perfect for high-impact activities involving a lot of arm movement — tennis, running, cycling, or overhead lifting — where traditional straps can slip or restrict shoulder mobility. The racerback anchors everything firmly in place. That said, many women prefer traditional straps, which is why we stock both. It really comes down to what feels best for your body and your sport.
Is the Anita Easy Move sports bra good for Pilates?
Yes — and it's genuinely one of the most versatile pieces we stock. The Easy Move Zip is made from stretch microfibre with a front zip for easy on and off, offering low to medium support that's perfect for Pilates, yoga, the school run, or any day when you want comfortable, light support without the structure of a high-impact sports bra. It's lightweight, quick-drying, and wears beautifully as an everyday bra too. A lot of our customers reach for this one on non-gym days as well as active ones.
Why is a good sports bra important for breast health?
During high-impact exercise the bust can move significantly — research suggests as much as 14cm in some cases — placing repeated stress on Cooper's ligaments, the connective tissue that supports breast shape. Once these ligaments are stretched they don't fully recover, which is why proper support during exercise matters not just for comfort but for long-term breast health. This is one of the reasons we take our sports bra edit so seriously. Anita Active's engineering — breathable high-performance fabrics, moisture management technology, and genuinely supportive cup construction — addresses all of this, which is why they remain our consistent top recommendation.