Reduce Cellulite With These Exercises
Lisa Adams
Even though cellulite is almost always associated with being overweight, this isn't necessarily true. Cellulite is a stubborn problem with no singular specific cause. Let's examine some of the causes of cellulite, and discuss specific exercises that will help reduce the problem.
Even the most slender of women may have cellulite. It is not directly linked with being overweight, although that is a common misconception. In fact, cellulite is present in almost all women beyond puberty age.
The two biggest contributors to cellulite are hormones and genetics. Hormonal factors revolve mostly around estrogen levels. Genetics, on the other hand, offer more complex factors, like body composition for one. Another genetic factor is body composition. An additional genetic factor is circulatory patterns, which affect skin cells.
Try These Exercises To Help
Diet and exercise have an indirect effect on cellulite reduction, particularly in their role as stress fighters. If you've ever been treated for a stress problem, exercise is often a primary recommendation. The same holds true for cellulite reduction. Also, a good clean diet is another factor. Excess fat, salt, and alcohol have negative effects not only on weight and appearance, but stress levels as well.
While exercise alone won't eliminate a cellulite problem, it has an extremely positive effect on several levels. First, of course, are the physical benefits. In conjunction with those benefits are the mental and stress reduction benefits. As such, it's important to incorporate exercise, and specific exercises, to help combat the problem.
Here's Two To Try
Most cellulite deposits are present in the upper rear thigh area. An excellent exercise to help tone that area is the stiff legged deadlift, which sounds more difficult than it is. Here's how to do it ... stand erect with your feet shoulder length apart, holding a dumbell weight in each hand, as much weight as you feel safe with (you can always do this with more weight later on). Now, bend forward at the waist until the dumbell weights either touch the ground, or as low as you can go. Keep your knees straight and don't bend them. You will feel the motion in the back of your thighs and also in your lower rear end. This is an excellent toning exercise that will help improve your appearance.
Another good exercise for cellulite reduction is indoor cycling. Try taking a spinning class if you belong to a health club. If not, use a stationary bike for at least 1/2 hour at a moderate pace. Spinning classes in particular are recommended because they burn a significant amount of calories. Further, they're fun and challenging, which helps reduce stress.
In summary, a number of combined factors cause cellulite, so to combat cellulite a similar approach is necessary. Reduce your stress levels, introduce moderate to brisk exercise in accordance with your fitness level, and institute a healthy diet. You'll find that within a matter of weeks or months, the cellulite problem will greatly dissipate.
Lisa Adams is a working mother and author who has always taken an interest in women's health issues. To learn more about cellulite and how to reduce it without wasting money on so called miracle cures, you're invited to stop by Lisa's recommended http://www.cellulite101.info/ Cellulite Reduction resource site.
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