KO cellulite! Aerobic exercise alone is not effective

Do you think you have too much fat on your body and can’t lose it no matter what you do? rest assured! You are not alone. 90% of women think that their body shape does not meet their expectations, especially in terms of body fat and unsightly cellulite. However, how much do most people know about these stubborn fats? Are girls naturally more likely to accumulate fat than boys? Can applying lotion and massaging eliminate cellulite? The American "Times" website analyzes these common doubts to help people clarify the myths and maintain a healthy and slim figure!

[Cellulite] refers to the protrusions of subcutaneous fat that protrude into the dermis. The thickness and elasticity of fat in certain parts of the body are different, resulting in an uneven skin surface, just like the peel of an orange. It is commonly seen in places that are not easily accessible, such as the thighs, buttocks, waist, and abdomen.

Myth

Is cellulite caused by toxins in the body?

Some products claim to help the body eliminate waste and toxins, thereby boosting metabolism and eliminating cellulite. However, this claim is not supported by scientific research results and has no correlation with toxins. Cellulite is related to the elastin content in the dermis. As we age, the content gradually decreases, and the skin becomes like a spring bed without springs, so it appears concave and uneven. In addition to age, other factors such as hormones, lack of exercise, muscle tissue, poor metabolism, etc. are all key factors that affect the formation of cellulite.

Do only obese people have cellulite?

Being overweight and obese is indeed an important factor in the development of cellulite, because the higher the proportion of body fat, the more likely it is to put pressure on connective tissue and damage skin elasticity. However, people who look slim does not mean that they do not have cellulite, it’s just that the relative proportion is lower.

Can doing aerobic exercise completely eliminate cellulite?

Jogging or other aerobic exercises are the preferred methods for losing weight and can help reduce body fat; but to restore the elasticity of the sunken and scarred skin surface, aerobic exercise alone is not enough. A study by the Massachusetts YMCA pointed out that adults who did 30 minutes of aerobic exercise per week for 8 consecutive weeks lost 4 pounds, but did not increase muscle mass. However, if they allocated 15 minutes to weight training, they not only lost 10 pounds of fat, but also gained 2 pounds of muscle mass, and their bodies looked thinner. Therefore, to get rid of cellulite, aerobic exercise alone is not enough, it must be combined with weight training.

Can skin-firming creams and lotions eliminate cellulite?

Don't trust too much the many products on the shelves that claim they can help you easily get rid of thigh fat. No topical ointment has been medically proven to permanently reduce fat or cellulite. It is still too early to say whether the penetration of massage can reach the subcutaneous tissue and produce an effect. Products that claim to contain ingredients such as caffeine, ginger, green tea, black tea, etc. may only have a slight effect in aiding metabolism, but they are still of little use for really stubborn cellulite.

Concepts

Women are more likely to develop cellulite than men

Female compatriots are naturally more likely to have fat accumulation in their thighs and buttocks than male compatriots, and they also have less connective tissue formation. Due to female hormones, women's skin tissue fibers run vertically and have a looser structure, while men are affected by male hormones and their skin is a tightly interwoven reticular tissue, so they are less likely to have cellulite.

As we age, cellulite is more likely to form

As mentioned above, hormones play a very important role in the formation of cellulite, especially in women. As we age, the body's estrogen secretion decreases, and the body's circulation metabolism also decreases, which also means that the production of collagen and connective tissue decreases, so it is easier for cellulite fat to accumulate.

Diet Can Help Fight Cellulite

Changing your diet can help prevent cellulite, especially keeping the body hydrated. Drinking plenty of water and eating foods high in water content can help strengthen the connective tissue in the skin and also help with weight loss. Vegetables in the diet, such as cucumbers, white radishes, tomatoes, etc., are rich in water.

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