Some people thought that the only way to get rid of cellulite is by applying expensive creams and lotions or by means of surgical procedure such as liposuction. But this is not true at all, for there are a lot of exercises that could help to effectively lessen the cellulite formation on your body, especially on the leg area. Aside from giving you a smooth and flawless skin, these exercises also helps to tone your legs while making it strong.
Knee Extensions
You will need to sit on a chair to do this exercise, making sure that your feet would barely touch the ground. Then flex your right toes and slowly raise your right leg in front of you, in such a way that it will be in parallel with the ground and stay on that position for two seconds. Afterwards, bring down your right leg and do the same thing with your left leg, and then switch both legs over up to ten repetitions.
Barbell Squats
As the name suggests, a barbell is needed to perform this exercise, so while holding on to a barbell and feet are apart from each other, start bending your knees slowly. Hold on to your position for two to five seconds and then go back to the starting position. Perform this exercise with at least ten repetitions each day, and you'll soon be able to get rid of cellulite.
Inner Thigh Lift
Make use of a mat for this exercise and lie on it with your head rested on the ground and your left arm is outstretched. After that, slowly bend your right knee up and after two to five seconds, bring it back to a straightened position. Do the same thing with your left knee, making sure that the right arm will be outstretched this time and then switch over, until you achieve ten repetitions.
Wall Squats
Stand about one foot away from the wall with your back facing and leaning on the wall. Afterwards, slowly slide down your body until you reach the sitting position and your thighs are in parallel with the ground. Stay on this position for as long as you can handle, and then slowly go back to the starting position.
Depending on the severity of your cellulite, performing these exercises on a daily basis could help to lessen the appearance of cellulite in your body. You can also apply creams and lotions on the affected areas so as to make the healing process even faster. More importantly, watch your diet because accumulating body fats is also the number one reason for the development of cellulite on our skin.
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