4 Exercises to get rid of cellulite

Can you really exercise to get rid of cellulite?

For many women cellulite is an aesthetic problem, but for many others it is a health problem because it can be painful. There seems to be so much conflicting information out there. But does exercise have a role? What does work? And why?

If these questions have run through your head, do not fear, you are not alone. Let’s take a look at the role of exercise to get rid of cellulite.

Exercise and cellulite into perspective

First, let’s remember that there is no magic bullet for overcoming cellulite. No, you can’t miraculously reduce spots. And, unfortunately, exercise is not the final answer to the problem.

Remember, it is the fat deposits under the skin that give cellulite its distinctive look. The good news is that exercise, like using the best elliptical on a regular basis, helps reducing the unsightly appearance of cellulite. Not only because it can help to firm the muscle under the skin, but also it has a key role in boosting circulation.

However, exercise does have an important role in reducing cellulite and also in helping to manage the unsightly appearance. Take into account that for best results exercise should be part of a complete routine in order to get better outcomes. Some of the most important factors in this routine are:

• Nutrition: have a healthy diet
• Boost circulation (Manual Lymphatic Drainage)
• Exercise: cardio and strengthen training

What exercise is better to get rid of cellulite?

The key here is to mix things up. Try not to obsess about one particular exercise or type of exercise. Including variety in your routine will help you to maintain the interest in your programme and look after your body’s different needs.

In order to help you get rid of cellulite, try combining a mix of cardio, resistance training, and  yoga.

Resistance training will have the biggest impact on skin tone and connective tissue strength.

Cardio. You should try interval training. It focuses on varying the intensity of your activity which is a great way to burn body fat.

Yoga will help with muscle tone and circulation.

When doing resistance exercises, there are 4 particular exercises that I would encourage you to include in your routine. These are:

Squats

1. Stand with your feet, shoulder-width apart, with your arms at your sides or in front of you.
2. Begin to squat down (pretend you’re sitting back in a chair) and then return to the starting position.
3. Complete 3 sets of 10-15 reps.

Lunges

1. Standing 1-2 feet from a bench.
2. Use your right foot, step up onto the bench, pushing through your heel. When your right foot reaches the bench, drive your left knee toward the sky.
3. Lower your left leg down, stepping backwards off the bench to the starting position.
4. Repeat with your left leg.
5. Complete 3 sets of 10 reps with both legs.

Side-squats with a dynaband 

1. Stand both feet on the dynaband, hip width apart, and hold handles next to your hip bones.
2. Take a big step right and sit back into a squat, then bring your left foot to right foot as you stand.
3. Next, take a big step left and sit back into a squat, then bring your right foot to left foot as you stand.
4. Complete 3 sets of 10 reps with both legs.

Pretzel lifts

As a final tip, and if you are feeling brave, try taking a hot/cold shower. It’s a quick and easy way to boost circulation (but it doesn’t mean you can skip the gym!)

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