Everyone has compartments made of connective tissue that separates fat cells. Women have connective tissue that is honeycomb shaped, and men have more of a criss-cross shape. When the fat pushes through this honeycomb-shaped connective tissue, it causes a dimply appearance, or cellulite. Since there is no such thing as spot reducing, according to the American Council on Exercise, the best way to get rid of cellulite fat is to lose overall body fat. ACE also recommends toning the muscles with strength training exercises to help give your skin a smoother appearance.
Step 1
Eat a diet low in saturated fats. There are no magic foods to eat that cause cellulite or that will get rid of your cellulite. However, eating a diet high in calories and fat will increase weight gain, which can increase the appearance of cellulite. Eat a healthy diet that is low in saturated-fats, rich in lean protein, such as lean beef, turkey, chicken and fish, and complex carbohydrates, such as brown rice, whole grains, fresh vegetables and fruits.
Step 2
Do reverse lunges. Reverse lunges engage the entire lower body with emphasis on the thighs. This exercise is effective for tightening the butt and thighs for a smoother appearance. Begin standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, and shoulders upright over your hips. Inhale and step your right foot back, lower yourself until your back knee is almost to the floor. Keep your front knee over your toes to avoid injury. As you raise up out of the lunge, squeeze your butt and step your right foot back to center. Repeat on the opposite side. Do 10 to 12 alternating repetitions.
Step 3
Add plies to your daily fitness regimen. Plies engage the entire lower-body with emphasis on the butt and thighs, cellulite trouble spots. A basic plie in second position is simple to do. Begin standing with your feet slightly past shoulder-width apart, and shoulders up over your hips in proper posture. Lift your heels off the floor and squeeze your butt as tight as you can. Your heels will naturally turn in toward each other, this is your hip turnout. Slowly lower your heels back to the floor, squeeze your butt and lower your torso down as far as you can. Visualize your tailbone pulling straight down to the floor. Keeping your glutes engaged, push back to straight legs. Repeat this movement 20 to 25 times.
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