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I’ve always had a really good experience with Handful. Including the last 2 I recently purchased I think I have a total of 8 Y back bras. The support is really good. The only negative is that sometimes the removeable pads move around while I’m wearing the bra or many times they come out in the wash(I wash all of them in mesh bags and hang dry). Otherwise, I would highly recommend this bra.
Y-Back Bra in Night Swim Navy
$72.00
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Best For: Running, HIIT, and C-D cup support
What Makes the Y-Back Different from Other High-Impact Sports Bras?
Here's the thing about most high-impact sports bras: they stop the bounce by pancaking you flat. The Y-Back is the best high-impact sports bra for C and D cups who need support without the compression-bra steamroll. Runner's World called it the right choice for women who need "a little extra support" - we call it the bra that finally gets it right.
Unlike compression sports bras that flatten everything, the Y-Back provides actual shaping and separation. You know, like you have two of them. Our center front ruching keeps things in place and looking like they should, even when you're three miles into a run or halfway through burpees.
When You'll Reach for It
Runners: The stay put straps give you the support you need for neighborhood loops or trail marathons. No bounce, no readjusting mid-stride, no wondering if this is finally the bra that'll work.
HIIT and Gym Sessions: The racerback design gives you full range of motion without straps cutting into your neck during box jumps or whatever punishment you've signed up for today.
All-Day Support: We built this bra because we were tired of choosing between support and comfort. You shouldn't have to either.
Is the Y-Back Right for Your Workout?
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Feature |
What You Need to Know |
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Impact Level |
High (running, jumping, HIIT, Peloton) |
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Cup Size |
Best for C-D cups needing high support; A-B cups wanting maximum security |
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Sizing |
Your tee size is your bra size |
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Perfect For |
Marathon training, high-intensity aerobics, any workout where bounce is the enemy |
The Details That Matter
No Uniboob Design: Technical ruching at center front provides shaping and separation. Support shouldn't mean elimination.
Pad & Stash Pockets: Includes our Thin Lights Out™ pads for optional shaping and coverage. The pockets also work for stashing a key or card during runs - because who has time to carry a whole bag?
Stay Put Straps: Whether it's a 5K or a high-intensity tempo run, these straps stay exactly where they belong. No shifting, no sliding, and zero mid-run adjustments - just reliable support from start to finish.
Wake Up to Worn Out: Soft enough for all-day wear, tough enough for your hardest training sessions.
What Size Y-Back Bra Should I Get?
Stick with your tee size. Because the Y-Back is built for higher impact, your regular shirt size gives you the support you need. Between sizes or want that locked-down feeling for sprinting? Go with your tee size. Buying it for lifestyle wear? Some women size up for a more relaxed fit.
Model is 5'6" wearing size MD bra / MD legging
Care
Wash with pads. Do not invert pads. Machine wash cold, gentle cycle with like colors. No bleach. No dry clean. No iron.
Fabric
Limited Edition Colors
- shell: 80% recycled polyester/20% spandex
- lining: 87% recycled polyester/13% spandex
Black/White/Honey/Pink
- shell: 78% nylon / 22% spandex
- lining: 43% polyester / 43% Coolmax / 14% spandex
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 440 reviews.
I've had the same Handful bra in black for 2-3 years now, and decided that I was sweating so much this summer that I needed another sports bra! I bought this one in white, and it is perfect for my size 36DD girls! I wash my Handful bras in the washing machine, but hang them up to dry so they don't shrink because they're perfect now, but don't want them smaller! I'm 81 years old and weigh 155 at 5'8".
great fit no chaffing
I love this bra. I’m a 36DD but otherwise quite small. This bra offers enough support to run in and is comfortable enough to wear all day.
Love this sports bra!! That’s all I wear!
This is around my 6th Y-back bra. The style is a classic active staple for me. I workout in a co-ed environment, am beginning to lift heavier and stay active with my preschooler on the playground. I'm held in and supported no matter how long/fast I'll run or what the playground/trail/workout requires.
This bra is comfortable and cute. I year ago I had a DMX with flat closure so I wear prosthetics. The custom prosthetics stay in place better with handful bras than the ones I’ve gotten at the specialty stores. They also lay nice on my chest if I’m not wearing the prosthetics. The forms that come with the bra also look good but I have to stack them
My favorite sports bra, I wear one every single day , to work (which is the gym), and I only travel in the “Y” bra. It’s so comfortable
This bra is beautiful and comfortable. I do wish straps were adjustable.
this is the best jogging bra.
Its my absolute favorite sports bra i’ve found that is both comfortable and holds me in! I recommend it!
My size has expanded from a small, to medium, to large and I am pleased that the style and quality of this bra have remained as effective and comfortable during each size-up.
The best bra for running
This is my go-to-sports bra for running! Perfect fit for larger chested ladies!
Love this! Very comfortable. Finally a company that knows how to design bras, exists! A bra that actually does what they are supposed to do. Great design, fabric is smooth, does not show through my shirts. No lines, like I am not wearing anything! I can't get over how comfortable this is!
Best running bra on the market! High impact support (I wear B cup, handful size S). Get one!
Love it! Hoping my daughter does too.
Comfortable and supportive. I have 10 of them!! So glad you brought back the white.
Really high quality and comfortable. Love the colors offered. Fast shipping. Highly recommend.
Love it!
Love this bra! It is very supportive and fits just right. The v-neck gives it/you some shape so you don't end up with a uni-boob.
A perfect sport bra!
I recently had a Curonix pain implant. This bra is the only one that places the transmitter in the right place.
I’m ready to buy my third bra. I’ll never wear another bra again!
I feel supported for running and love the full coverage.
Love it. Pressure off the straps
Fits perfectly & doesn't ride up in the back. Finally got the correct size
Love the Yback bras. Wonderful support and comfort. I wear them all the time for just about everything.
This is the most comfortable sports bra ever!!!
I’ve been buying Handful bras for several years, they are the best!
Love it! Super comfy for all day wear!
Love my handful bras! I wear a medium-large shirt. I size up to large ybacks for everyday and medium for active! This is the most comfortable bra, I wear them daily!
Your bras are great! High quality and great support!
Super soft fabric. Feels supportive but not overly constructive. Holds up really well on long runs.
Comfortable, supportive and fits great!
Great maximum support bra. Very comfortable.
Great support for running, fun pattern. Like wearing the woods to run in the woods. :-)
Perfect combo of T-shirt bra and running bra - makes it easy to get all the tasks done in the day without changing a thing. :-)
I’m 5’5”, 125# and wear a 34DD bra. The medium is a perfect fit
I do a lot of farmwork bending over from the waste and tend to pop out of the top of all my comfortable sports bras. So I thought I'd give this one a try and yowza I love it! So comfortable, whether I'm vertical, horizontal, or upside down. Also very handsome so ok to wear with tops with necks wider than the straps. I confess I'm not a big fan of pads and may try removing those to see if the containment still works as well.