Mari Thomas-Welland is the founder of MAAREE, a women’s sportswear brand grounded in science and real running.
A former professional sports bra tester at Loughborough University, Mari created the world’s first sports bras with Overband® Technology, an integrated curved panel that reduces upward breast motion for revolutionary support. She has seen firsthand how inadequate support can limit performance by increasing discomfort, altering posture, restricting breathing, and wasting energy, and how the right fit can improve running economy, confidence, and consistency.
Mari turns lab insight into clear, practical guidance so every woman can understand support, find her ideal size and style, and shop with confidence.