More than 90% of women are affected by cellulite, to varying degrees. Still, too many of us believe that physical activity alone is enough to get smooth, firm-looking skin back… And yet, exercise is not enough! Below, you’ll find out what cellulite is, why exercise alone isn’t enough, which sports to choose and which everyday habits to combine them with: diet, massage and targeted care.
What is cellulite?
Cellulite is an overwhelmingly female phenomenon. It is linked to fat cells that store fat and water, mainly in the lower body, especially around the hips, buttocks and legs. The cells enlarge to store this excess fat and can eventually create visible clusters on the surface of the skin: the well-known dimpling effect.
Cellulite affects all women, slim, curvy, sporty or sedentary… In fact, hormones play a major role in storing this fat. Other factors, such as an unbalanced diet, lack of physical activity or heredity, can also play a role. Cellulite is sometimes associated with poor blood circulation, water retention and a heavy-leg sensation.
Why isn’t exercise enough to tackle cellulite?
When it comes to cellulite, exercise has its place, we’re definitely not saying otherwise, girls! However, even top athletes can have cellulite. In fact, exercise alone is not enough to smooth out dimpling.
By exercising, you can stimulate your body and help it stay active. This can help you avoid a sedentary lifestyle, a factor that can accentuate cellulite. Exercising also helps you move more every day. So by staying active, you can limit one of the factors that play a role in the development of cellulite. On the other hand, exercise alone is often not enough to tackle existing cellulite. To take care of your skin, it is best to combine physical activity with a balanced lifestyle and targeted care.
What should you do about the look of cellulite?
Exercise regularly
As we’ve just seen, exercise alone is not enough to tackle cellulite. However, it still has its place if you want to fight the look of orange-peel skin!
Among the sports often recommended are aqua aerobics, running, cycling and brisk walking. Don’t hesitate to alternate cardio sessions with strength training to vary your sessions.
What about dietary supplements?
Some plants, such as green tea, guarana, artichoke and cherry stems, are used in food supplements. A supplement is no substitute for a varied, balanced diet or good lifestyle habits.
If you would like to take them, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or on medication. At Cellublue, the routine combines the Cellulite Capsules from our anti-cellulite range and our drink, whose ingredients include cherry stems, green tea, ash and guarana.
Always follow the daily dose indicated on the packaging.
A little extra help from within, alongside your massage
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Four plant extracts, one dose a day
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Rebalance your diet
Diet is also part of a balanced lifestyle. Watching your intake of saturated fats, salt and sugar is a good habit. A balanced diet is made up mainly of vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins.
To vary your meals, think of fruit and vegetables such as grapefruit, pineapple, berries and leeks. Don’t hesitate to put them on the menu regularly!
Remember to drink enough water or tea throughout the day.
Massage yourself
Regular physical activity and a balanced diet will help you take care of yourself. However, once again, that is not always enough for smoother-looking skin! When it comes to dimpling, it is recommended to combine exercise with targeted massages. Palper-Rouler massages are a classic way to tackle the look of cellulite.
However, doing Palper-Rouler massages on yourself by hand can be quite complicated. As for sessions in beauty institutes, they are often very expensive! But don’t worry, there is a very simple solution: the Cellublue cup. Thanks to its suction effect, it easily reproduces Palper-Rouler massage. Use it for 3 minutes a day on a regular basis.
The cupping tool that replicates pinching and rolling, 3 minutes per zone
- The professionals' technique, at home: you lift, glide, and release, and the tool grips the skin fold like a manual pinching and rolling
- Soft silicone that fits thighs, buttocks, stomach, and arms
- 3 minutes per zone, every day, always with a massage oil so the tool glides
Use targeted skincare
If you exercise, eat a balanced diet every day and use the Cellublue Cup regularly, you’re on the right track to take care of your skin, girls. But if you’re in a hurry, want to go even further and pamper your body, targeted skincare is also very popular. You can choose scrubs anti-cellulite and slimming treatments, which will help you pamper your skin every day.
Now you know that exercise alone is not enough to tackle cellulite. So don’t wait any longer and start putting all these tips into practice, girls!
Frequently asked questions
Which sport should you choose for cellulite if you don’t like running?
Running isn’t the only option: aqua aerobics, cycling and brisk walking are also mentioned in this article. The most important thing is to choose an activity you enjoy, so you can do it regularly and over the long term.
Can you have cellulite if you’re sporty?
Yes. Cellulite affects all women: of a slender or curvy build, sporty or sedentary. Hormones and heredity play a role, and physical activity alone doesn’t change these factors. That’s why this article recommends combining exercise with other habits.
Should you get medical advice before getting back into exercise?
If you have any medical concerns, are in pain, are undergoing treatment or are pregnant, ask a doctor or medical professional for advice before starting or resuming physical activity.
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Useful categories: Anti-Cellulite Exercises.
