Breast tissue contains no muscle, according to Imaginis, an online women's health resource. Rather, a composition of glandular, fibrous, and fatty tissues combine to form the breasts. With this in mind, it is not possible to alter the size of breast tissue through exercise, as there are no muscles to develop. However, the pectoral muscles, which sit directly beneath the breasts, can be toned. Also, postural exercises that work the back muscles go a long way toward lifting the breasts up so they may appear larger.
Step 1
Perform chest exercises to firm and tone the muscles underneath the breasts. One effective exercise is the modified push-up. For the modified push-up, bend your knees and lie on your stomach. Push yourself up until your elbows straighten and you balance on your palms and knees. Lower your torso toward the floor until your elbows reach a 90-degree angle, and then push back up. Repeat 12 times for three sets. Do these three times a week.
Step 2
Do palm presses to work the muscles on either side of the breasts. Place your palms together in the prayer position in front of your breasts. Push your palms against each other as you hold for a 10 second count. Repeat 12 times for three sets. Do these three times a week.
Step 3
Perform postural exercises. Dumbbell rows using light weights of 8 or 10 lbs. will work the muscles between the shoulder blades and the back of the shoulder, which in turn help to lift the breasts and make them appear larger. Lean forward onto a bench and slowly squeeze your shoulder blades together as you lift the weights in a rowing action. Repeat 12 times for three sets. Do these three times a week.
Step 4
Work on your posture during the day. Keeping your chin up, shoulders back, and abdominal muscles tucked in will help your breasts look higher and thus larger. Also, make sure you are always looking up as opposed to looking at the floor.
Tips and Warnings
- One simple way to promote large breasts through exercise is to take yoga classes or follow a yoga video. Yoga strengthens the chest and the back muscles through exercises such as the downward dog and the warrior. Yoga also promotes good posture through its emphasis on abdominal strength and deep breathing.
- According to eBreastaug.com, a site maintained by board certified plastic surgeons, breast enhancement exercises can cause muscle strains and pulls. Three times a week is plenty to see firming and lifting results in the breasts. Be sure to speak to your doctor or health care provider before you start any type of exercise program.
Things You'll Need
- Dumbbells
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