Cellulite is a dimpling of the skin, that is commonly found in women on the thighs and stomach, according to IDEA Fitness Journal. This cottage cheese appearance is the result of fat pushing through honeycomb-shaped connective tissue. There are many ways to try and combat cellulite, creams, tonics and even surgeries, but the simple truth is losing fat and toning up the muscles are the most effective and natural ways to reduce the appearance of cellulite, notes the American Council on Exercise.
Cardiovascular Exercise
Doing fat-burning cardiovascular exercise daily will help you burn calories, lose weight and tone your lower-body and core, the main areas where cellulite is found. Workouts such as walking, jogging, running, dancing and bicycling are effective cardio exercises for the lower-body and core. According to the American Council on Exercise, doing cardiovascular exercise at 70 percent to 80 percent of your maximum heart rate will help decrease the appearance of cellulite.
Stay Hydrated
Keeping your body hydrated helps plump skin so underlying fat cells are less noticeable, according to Fox News. Drinking water throughout your day is one way to stay hydrated, but you also can hydrate by eating water-rich vegetables and fruits. Choose fruits and veggies that have a high water volume such as cantaloupes, grapes, apples, celery, zucchini and carrots. Eating these fruits and veggies also helps keep you full to cut down on daily caloric intake for overall weight loss.
Strength Train
Strength training increases lean muscle mass, decreases fat and creates a smoother appearance on the thighs, glutes and hips. Exercises that target the lower body with no rest in-between sets burn more calories for fat loss and develop lean muscle mass, which is very effective for cellulite reduction, according to BodyBuilding.com. Exercise with a weight that allows you to complete 12 to 15 repetitions, with the last two or three reps creating a challenge.
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