“How To Fight Cellulite!”

     There are two types of cellulite: hard and soft.

     Hard, or solid, cellulite usually occurs in women who are active (such as dancers or runners).

     Hard cellulite is difficult to get rid of because it doesn't lift from the body easily. It's also harder to see because it attaches directly to the muscle.

     Soft cellulite is not as concentrated as hard cellulite and is much more visible. It occurs in large areas and, because it doesn't attach so strongly to the muscle, it's looser, often sagging from the body.

     The result is often poor muscle tone. Even though it's easier to spot, it's also easier to remove.

     To test for cellulite, lightly pinch or press an area of tissue between your thumb and finger (or in a larger area, between the palms of your two hands).

     Normal fat appears fairly smooth, but cellulite will reveal dimples or ripples- like the skin of an orange.

     Cellulite tissue is also more sensitive and can feel cold to the touch. It might appear whiter than the rest of your skin.

     So what exactly is the difference between cellulite and fat?

     Though everyone has a smooth layer of fat, individual amounts depend on weight, lifestyle and genetics. This fat layer is an insulator for the body and cushions the organs, muscles and nerves.

     Cellulite, on the other hand, is lumpy and provides no padding whatsoever. It only occurs in certain areas of the body: the thighs, buttocks, abdomen and breasts.

     Cellulite is not necessarily a factor of body weight. You DON'T have to be heavy to have cellulite.

     Though diet and lifestyle affect cellulite formation, a large part of cellulite is comprised of toxins and fat that build up in the body, and can affect women of any size, weight and body structure.

     However, when it comes to getting rid of cellulite, don't expect miracles.

     By combining good eating and exercise habits along with stress reduction (and lots of spa treatments! *wink), smoother body skin can result.

     An increase in circulation through massage definitely provides an assisting method to your quest for less cellulite.

     The key to preventing and fighting cellulite is to purify the body with a combination of exercise, a healthy diet, tension reduction and proper circulation.

     A detoxifying diet is a great way to start fighting cellulite. This means lots of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grain foods.

     It also means eliminating (as much as possible) coffee, soda, smoking and alcohol from your life.

     A low-fat diet, high in fiber and complex carbohydrates, is important because these foods are easiest for the body to break down, use and get rid of.

     Sugar, starch, salt, spices and animal fats are harder for the body to eliminate. A low-fat diet reduces toxins and assists in getting rid of the toxins trapped in the tissue.

     Drink plenty of water- up to two liters a day- to assist your body in getting rid of unwanted toxins and waste.

     Exercise is extremely important in aiding proper circulation. It firms muscles and surrounding tissue.

     Massage not only pampers, it also assists in fighting and preventing cellulite. Massage helps restore the body's natural tendencies by manipulating the muscles, and stimulating the circulatory and lymphatic systems that break down fatty tissue.

     Massage targets areas that are difficult to stimulate with exercise (such as the inner knee and upper thigh areas).

     Try simply massaging each leg in circular movements, kneading the flesh as you go, for a couple of minutes each day to break down fat and get rid of toxins.

     Skin brushing using a massage brush or glove for a couple of minutes boosts circulation. Start at the feet, brushing the skin in an upward movement.

     Doing this daily before your shower helps revitalize and improve the skin's appearance.

     Tension not only stresses the muscles, it also causes the connective tissue that covers the muscles to seize up. Tension blocks the tissue, preventing good waste elimination.

     Relaxation and breathing help the body relax and work properly. Proper breathing eases tension, oxygenates the body and helps with purification.

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     Sarah Jane

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