Are you one of those who feel self-conscious about their knees, to the point of no longer daring to wear their favourite skirts and shorts? Knee fat is, indeed, far from glamorous — it tends to “weigh down” the silhouette. Yet it is possible to reduce the volume of this fatty deposit and rediscover beautifully sculpted legs. Hungry for tips? Read on!
Why do we store fat around the knees?
The fatty deposit that settles around the knees can have several origins. It is not exclusive to fuller figures and can just as easily affect slimmer women. First, it may be the result of genetics — a trait inherited from our mothers, which is hardly welcome… It may also involve cellulite accumulating at the lower part of the quadriceps, caused by poor venous circulation or water retention. Knee fat can also result from poor lifestyle habits: a diet too high in sugar and saturated fats, combined with a lack of physical activity. Finally, the build-up of fat around the knees can be worsened by frequently wearing tight-fitting clothing (slim and skinny jeans, we’re looking at you!), prolonged exposure to heat, or the habit of sitting with your legs crossed.
So, how do you shift this stubborn fatty deposit and redefine your knees? The first step is to identify the cause of the fat.
If it is a superficial, lightly embedded fatty deposit, a few simple lifestyle adjustments are all it takes. Get moving again — a daily walk or a few lengths in the pool — rebalance your diet, and take care of your knees and legs by avoiding compression and heat. The fat around your knees should gradually diminish.
How to lose knee fat?
However, if the fat around your knees is deeply embedded, more targeted measures are needed to shift it.
Get moving!
Targeted exercises that engage the upper quadriceps should help you shed some of that fat. Lunges, squats, the “wall sit”, combined with sessions on the elliptical trainer, skipping rope, or walking in the water (if you live by the sea) should help you slim down your knees.
Get massaging!
Alongside muscle strengthening, it is wise to incorporate targeted treatments to help break down the fatty deposit that has built up around your knees. And nothing beats a good massage for that!
If you’re always short on time and can’t make it to a salon, know that just a 15-minute massage session at home, using a suitable device, is enough to slim your knees. A quality slimming device allows you to precisely target the massage and focus on a specific area, such as knee fat. A daily massage will help break down the fatty deposit, reshape the contour of your knees and tone them lastingly.
If you love toning treatments, especially welcome in summer — when overheating is never far away — you can perfectly complement your at-home massage with a refreshing slimming cosmetic gel! The benefits of cryotherapy on cellulite speak for themselves. And if the fat around your knees is linked to poor blood circulation, applying an “ice effect” cream should also help refine your knees and leave your lovely legs feeling wonderfully light!
