The 5 most effective sports for firm skin on legs and buttocks

The problem of “orange peel” on the skin is familiar to many women. They are the ones who suffer from this problem the most. According to experts, about 90% of women are subject to the problem of cellulite and only 2% of men.

Physiology is responsible for the injustice. Women’s skin naturally has less density than men’s. Also, the hormone estrogen, which is rich in the body of women, adds problems with blood circulation, resulting in the formation of unpleasant fat layer.

Noticing the first signs of cellulite, girls begin to sit on grueling diets, uncontrolled exercise and rarely achieve the desired effect. Because here, as in any case, it is important to balance the right approach. Consultation of specialists will not be superfluous.

Head and trainer of “Wushu Academy”, St. Petersburg

When fighting cellulite, a combination of two factors is necessary – diet and sports. Physical activity is necessary if we count on a long-term stable result. It is also very important when working with cellulite that the load on the legs is not excessive. As a supporter of natural loads in this case, I would be careful in working with strength training and exclude exercises that “clog the muscles”, that is, contribute to stagnation of blood in them. Well-established blood circulation throughout the body during exercise is a great aid to our task. It is not necessary to do exercises for only one area. Alternate exercises, or better yet, choose movements where the muscles of the whole body are involved in a complex.

Stretching is also an essential element of every workout! Flexibility and elasticity give a unique, not only therapeutic, but also aesthetic effect.

Based on my experience, I would emphasize two main areas that contribute to defeating cellulite. These are sports dancing and wushu. A perfect combination that will help you not only look great, but also internally feel at your best.

Professional trainers emphasize five main sports that will help you cope with the hated relief on the skin.

Sports dancing

A great combination of grace, plasticity, exertion and aesthetics. Dancing will not only be an ideal way to fight cellulite, because during training almost all the muscles of the back and legs are involved, but will also be a pleasant hobby. The addition will be a smooth posture.

Sport walking

Perhaps the most affordable and simple way, which will not require any cost for the exercise. Comfortable shoes and your desire are all that is needed for walking. Also, this sport is less injury prone than running, a way for your joints to burn calories.

It is suitable for almost all ages. However, regularity and adherence to training time are important. Sport walking should be practiced for at least 45 minutes a day.

Running

One of the most effective methods to burn calories and strengthen muscles. Already after a few weeks of regular training, you can notice the effect. As for walking, it is necessary to stock up on comfortable shoes.

When running, it is necessary to carefully monitor heartbeats and blood pressure. It is advisable to undergo a consultation and get recommendations from the attending physician about the amount and time of training.

Swimming

The secret of this sport is simple. Water acts on the body like the hands of a masseur. The skin will be strengthened, and the distances you swim in breaststroke or crawl will help you burn harmful calories. In addition, the water will add to your enjoyment and lift your mood.

Strength training

Another type of workout that is effective and proven to help beat the “orange peel”. This includes: squats with a barbell, leg presses. During their performance, the muscles of the buttocks and thighs are maximally involved. Hence the high efficiency in fat burning. Carefully in these sports should be attentive to recovery and rest between approaches.

If you add the right diet and desire to training, you will definitely easily cope with the problem of cellulite!