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Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous

Spring into shape in some fashionable yet functional athletic gear this summer!
By Candace Marie Stewart · Updated October 27, 2020
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Cross-Training

Curvy divas, make sure to incorporate an athletic shoe that allows you to maintain control while staying light on your feet. 

TENNIS SHOE, Nike, $95, nike.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Zip It

Take control up top in this zip-up compression sports bra.  Whether running your next marathon or tackling a set of jumping jacks, control is important.

SPORTS BRA, Target, $21, target.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Vintage Crewneck

Whether traveling to the gym or starting your warm-up, this wide scoop neck shirt gives you the ultimate feminine look you desire.

CREWNECK SHIRT, Nike, $45, dickssportinggoods.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Printed Performance

Full figured ladies, add an athletic capri that incorporates controlled stretch and that allows movement throughout the toughest work-outs.

CAPRIS, Reebok, $45, dickssportinggoods.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Training Essential

In the need for maximum support?  Invest in a sports bra that features an interlock fabric for the ultimate stretch and comfort.

SPORTS BRA, Adidas, $44.99, adidas.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Banded Bottoms

Switch up your traditional sweat pants for this pair of capri bottoms that cinches securely at the waist and comfortably right above the ankle. 

CAPRI PANT, Danskin Now, $11.96, walmart.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Chic Control

Compression shorts worn under your athletic gear will maximize control while leaving you worry-free to move swiftly through your work-out.

COMPRESSION SHORTS, Under Armour, $24.99, dickssportinggoods.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Super Sporty

Exude the ultimate confidence with maximum support in this high performance under-wired sports bra.  

SPORTS BRA, Freya, $67, johnlewis.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Easy-Go

Stay dry and cool in this flexible, moisture controlled compression performance tank-top.

TANK-TOP, Champion, $26, championusa.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous
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Major Mobility

Doubling up on sports bras is no longer an option.  This sports-bra offers mobility as well as support for high-impact sports. 

SPORTS BRA, Under Armour, $49.99, dickssportinggoods.com.

Athletic Wear: Full Figured & Fabulous