Your breasts consist of fat, connective tissue, milk ducts, blood vessels, lymph nodes, lobes and lobules. As you age, gravity, weight gain and pregnancy may cause your breasts to fall. One common misconception is that breast-feeding causes sagging. However, breast-feeding doesn't negatively affect breast volume or shape, according to MayoClinic.com. Supporting your breasts with the proper bra and toning your chest muscles can help sagging breasts. Give your breasts a natural lift--strengthen your pectoral muscles and your core to improve your posture and increase muscle volume, recommends "IDEA Fitness Journal."
Step 1
Lie on your back on a bench or the floor, holding a light- to moderate-weight dumbbell in each hand. Choose a dumbbell that challenges your muscles--it shouldn't stress your shoulders, elbows or wrist joints. Engage your core to maintain neutral back alignment.
Step 2
Press your arms toward the ceiling with your palms facing each other. Visualize holding a large beach ball between your arms to keep them rounded at the elbows. Relax your shoulders, neck and head.
Step 3
Lower your arms slowly, feeling the weight of the dumbbells on your chest. Take your arms down to slightly past shoulder level. Hold this pose for five to eight counts.
Step 4
Raise your arms toward the ceiling slowly, keeping a slight bend in your elbows. Visualize squeezing your chest muscles as you lift your arms back up.
Step 5
Perform 10 to 12 repetitions. Place the dumbbells on the floor. Open your arms straight out to your sides at shoulder level. Hold this stretch for 30 seconds to a minute.
Things You'll Need
- Dumbbells
