No need to spend hours at the gym or live on chicken breast and spinach to get the body of your dreams, ladies… We’re sharing our tips for looking after your figure and skin every day, without spending hours on it: food, little exercises, sleep, massage… So follow us!
Trick your appetite with smaller plates
The trick? Simply switch to smaller plates! This easy hack will help you reduce your portion sizes at mealtimes. In practice, you’ll have a full-looking plate in front of you, helping your brain register the feeling of fullness much sooner. A great habit for anyone who tends to have eyes bigger than their stomach!
A dream body without effort? Start with integrative fitness
What if the small efforts you make every day — however minimal — could help you get the body of your dreams? Embrace integrative fitness without hesitation: the idea is to weave gentle exercises into your everyday activities.
- In the morning when you wake up, stretch slowly, just like a cat. Then gradually bring your knees up to your chest and wrap your arms around them. Gently lift your hips and hold the position for 10 to 15 seconds. Slowly lower back down.
- While preparing your meals, squeeze your glute muscles as you stand. Try to hold each contraction for 10 seconds. Repeat as many times as you like for rock-solid glutes!
- When you’re sitting on the sofa watching your favourite series, do some leg raises. Sitting comfortably with your back straight, lift both legs simultaneously until they are perpendicular to your torso. Keep them straight with feet together. Hold the position for a few seconds, then lower back down. Do this as often as you like for firm abs and toned thighs!
Add 5 minutes to each of your workouts
Come on, you’ve got this! It’s only 5 extra minutes, ladies! Walk 5 minutes more, train 5 minutes longer, and so on. Added up over the week, those extra minutes can make a real difference to how active you are, almost without you noticing.
Get enough sleep
Quality sleep is important for everyday balance, including appetite. When nights are too short, several things can start to unravel:
- Cravings for fatty and sugary foods increase
- Motivation takes a nosedive
- Stress levels can rise more easily
All of these factors can affect your everyday balance. So don’t hesitate to dive under the duvet as soon as you feel tired. To set yourself up for a restful night’s sleep:
- Switch off all screens (TV, computer, tablet and smartphone) at least one hour before bed
- Eat a light dinner — not too many carbs or too much salt
- Stay hydrated throughout the day, without drinking too much just before bed; if you enjoy a hot drink in the evening, a herbal tea such as our Detox Infusion can be part of your bedtime ritual
- Treat yourself to a zero-effort cocooning routine before drifting off to sleep. The All Night Long range is perfect for this!
Care for your skin with massage
For this, we’re turning to our CelluBlue anti-cellulite cups! By regularly massaging your body with these cups, you can make cupping part of a skincare ritual and help improve the appearance of cellulite. Afterwards, enjoy the feeling of lighter-looking legs and skin that appears smoother.
Take your time eating
Allow at least 20 minutes and take your time with every meal! That means not preparing your next bite before you’ve finished the one before it. It’s a simple principle to put into practice, and it helps you realise just how much we can all get into the habit of wolfing food down rather than truly eating. Most importantly, it gives the feeling of fullness time to arrive, which can help you avoid eating beyond your hunger.
Tackle a sedentary lifestyle
You’ve probably heard that taking 10,000 steps a day is key to tackling a sedentary lifestyle and its vicious cycle: creeping weight gain, excess weight, breathlessness and a heart rate that rises quickly… So get moving, ladies! Get off one stop early and walk the rest of the way, cycle instead of driving… Every journey on foot counts.
Choose low-GI foods
High-glycaemic foods cause blood sugar levels to rise quickly, while low-glycaemic foods raise them more gradually and can fit easily into balanced meals. So limit sugar in all its forms: sweets, pastries, but also ready meals and processed foods, which are often packed with hidden sugars.
Reach for low-GI foods such as legumes, vegetables, most fruit and wholegrains. You can also choose lean fish and meats to complete your plate. Balanced meals, eaten at regular times, can also help limit cravings and snacking between meals.
Stay hydrated throughout the day
You should drink around 1.5 litres of fluids a day, mainly water; your needs vary depending on the temperature and how active you are. For variety, with no added sugar, herbal infusions you can make at home are a pleasant option.
Have fun!
What if you brought a little more fun into your life? Laughing, singing, dancing, playing with your children and having fun with your favourite pet get you moving without thinking about it and help you unwind!
Cortisol, one of the so-called “stress hormones”, is involved in regulating the metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Ongoing stress is associated, for some people, with more noticeable weight gain around the stomach, particularly because it can encourage snacking.
So make it a mission to minimise stressful moments and seize every opportunity to feel joyful. Moments of pleasure and relaxation also involve other hormones:
- Serotonin, which is involved in regulating mood, sleep and appetite.
- Dopamine, which is linked to the brain’s pleasure and motivation circuit, including the pleasure of eating.
So go ahead and enjoy yourself! Embrace life to the fullest and never miss a chance to have fun and get moving. You’ll be doing physical activity without even realising it (and every little helps!) — and your mood will benefit too.
We hope these little tips make life easier and help you look after your figure and care for your skin, without making a big effort, ladies. Share your tips and advice with our CelluBlue community!
Frequently asked questions
How can I get a dream body without exercising?
Build small habits into your day: use smaller plates, add stretches and muscle contractions to your routine, take your time over meals and massage your skin with cupping cups. The idea is to build up small efforts rather than impose an intense workout on yourself.
How can I naturally get a dream body?
Choose low-glycaemic foods, get enough sleep, tackle a sedentary lifestyle by walking more and drink regularly throughout the day, mainly water. There’s no need for a restrictive diet: adjust your habits gradually, one meal at a time.
How can I get a dream body effortlessly in everyday life?
A few simple habits can help: stretch when you wake up, squeeze your glutes while preparing meals, add 5 minutes of walking to your journeys and switch off screens an hour before bed. These small actions fit into your routine without turning it upside down.
How can I get a dream body by eating better?
Choose low-glycaemic foods such as legumes, vegetables, most fruit and wholegrains, and limit hidden sugars in ready meals. Allow at least 20 minutes per meal so you have time to notice fullness, and use smaller plates to reduce portion sizes.
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