suuuper-simple 4-step plan for cellulite
Published: Sun, 03/03/13
FAT: You have to burn fat first (duh!). But because fat tends to be stubborn in the lower body preferentially on women, it is important to address key female hormonal patterns--it's really not about cutting cals to death. Without getting too much into the science (though that's here if you want the whole scoop), doing a fairly low carb diet, eating plenty of veggies and lean protein and exercising regularly is a great start.
FIBERS: This is called "collagen remodeling"--using tactics to help change the orientation of the collagen fibers (which are different than those of men, giving a more "dimply" appearance). Some of the best ways include regular deep tissue massage and foam rolling.
FLOW: Increased blood flow to an area means increased ability to move released fat to be burned. Increasing circulation also helps decrease fluid retention and is essential for the health and strength of the collagen fibers. Heating the area is does this--exercise, sauna, massage and hot baths, for example.
FIRM:
Muscle underlies the collagen and fat layer, and when muscle mass is built and
strengthened below, it pulls the connective tissues tighter. This is about
increasing soft tissue integrity. I recommend 1-3 workouts each week that incorporate heavy lower body exercises like squats, lunges, step-ups, etc. Your #1 tool against cellulite is intense weight training :)
For more detailed science and how-tos from Metabolic Effect, take a look at their new Burn Your Cellulite Program--no gimmicks, just tried-and-true lifestyle tactics that make a big difference when practiced with consistency.
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