You only need to pick up a magazine or watch a talk show on the TV to realize that cellulite is a hot topic. Recent statistics suggest that as much as 90% of women suffer from some form of cellulite, whether it be on their legs, hips, buttocks, stomach, or even their arms. Which leads us to the question “does exercise reduce cellulite?”…or are you stuck with cellulite for the rest of your life no matter what you try? In my opinion, taking part in regular exercise is certainly good for you, and it’s very possible that it could lead to a noticeable reduction in cellulite. This is especially true if you are currently overweight, as burning fat and toning your muscles will start to get rid of those nasty fatty deposits underneath the skin. However, you must realize that exercising is not always a solution for cellulite, as there could be other factors at play. For example, if your cellulite is mainly genetic, then there are other methods you can try along with exercise and you may want toconsider saving up a few thousand dollars for laser surgery. I hope you don’t have to get to that point! Before you go down that route, it’s important that you give the exercising an honest try, so you can judge for yourself if it really makes a difference by reducing your cellulite. Yeah, but the burning question on the lips of millions of women remains…can exercise reduce cellulite? If you are reading this article, then there is a high chance that you have tried other methods for cellulite reduction. Things such as laser surgery, liposuction, and skin creams all make big promises, but most of the time they end up falling way short. Cellulite Reduction the Natural Way? At the end of the day, the path to reducing your cellulite, and even eliminating it altogether, can be found in a completely natural way. More specifically, by exercising on a regular basis and eating a diet that contains lots of natural foods, you should start to see noticeable results in as little as a month, and ifyou continue with the new lifestyle change then expect this condition soon to be a distant memory. With this in mind, here are a list of exercise tips to help you reduce the appearance of cellulite that you can start doing right away: Squats and Lunges If you suffer from cellulite on your thighs, then doing squats and lunges as your primary exercise is advisable. Not only will this strengthen the muscle groups in your legs, which means you burn fat quicker, but it is also increases the blood flow, so that your body can get rid of toxins more easily. Yoga There are many medical experts out there who say that a major cause of cellulite is stress. This theory actually does carry a lot weight, especially when you consider that stress releases harmful chemicals and into your body, and makes it harder to get rid of toxins. If you are currently feeling stressed or worried, then giving yoga a try could be just the ticket. Yoga has been proven to help with blood flow around the body, as wellgiving you a relaxed and calm mind so you are more prepared to face challenges in life without stressing out. Luckily, there are many different yoga classes in cities and towns around the country, so you will have no problem finding a class near to where you live. Swimming Another exercise to reduce cellulite is swimming. Now, be honest with yourself, when was the last time you actually went for a swim, apart from that dip in the hotel pool on your last vacation? If you’re like most people, then swimming is probably something you haven’t done for years, which is why now is the perfect time to find that swimsuit and start going to your local pool at least a couple of times a week. The reason swimming works so well is because you use many different muscle groups when going for a swim, so after a while you end up with a slimmer and more toned body. Not only that, but increasing your muscle mass, if only by a little bit, will have the effect of speeding up your metabolism, which ultimatelyleads to your body burning fat more effectively. Needless to say, when you consider that cellulite is mainly caused by a build-up of fatty deposits underneath your skin, then the future looks bright for you on the cellulite front. Go Walking Most people think that exercising needs to involve strenuous activity but this is completely false, especially if you have been inactive for a few years. In fact, by starting out with something as simple as walking, you can ensure that the beginning of your new exercise regime starts out in the right way, as you won’t be putting too much pressure on yourself or trying to do too much right out of the gate. Also, let’s not forget that walking is a great exercise for your legs, which means if you currently have cellulite on your thighs or calves, then expect to see some great results in the reduction of cellulite over the next few years. The main thing to keep in mind about walking is that you should try and push yourself a little bit harder everysingle time. Gradually pick up the pace, and once you start breaking a sweat then you know that you are making progress. Jogging and Running Once you have built up your fitness levels with walking, the next stage in your cellulite exercise plan is to start jogging and running. Of course, if you are already to jump right into jogging and running, then by all means you should start. For example, you could start out with 20 minutes of light jogging, followed by hill sprints, before going back to the jogging. In no time at all you will start to increase the amount of time you can spend on the sprints, and this is the zone you want to be in so that fat loss can occur. If it’s really difficult for you to see any progress, you may be crying out right now for a solution. I know what that feels like all too well. Laser surgery and liposuction could offer some relief, but if you are like me, this is way out of your price range. Which leads us to the question…”Will I see a lot of improvement if Iwork out?” In most cases, working out is very good, as you can do it at your local gym or even at home. It’s also time effective. A quick workout is all you need, and this is often possible in around 30 minutes. That is all it takes me regardless of whether I am resistance training or just doing cardio exercises. So does working out really does work if you do it right. This means focusing on the workout exercises that target your cellulite directly, rather than wasting your time with ineffective exercises. As mentioned above, squats are one of the best muscle exercises you can do. Not only will it target cellulite on your thighs, hips, buttocks, and lower back, but it is also a great exercise for toning your body in general, which ultimately will lead to an increased rate of metabolism so you can burn fat easier than ever before. It’s important to understand that you don’t need to become ripped in order to start seeing results. Many women are put off by the thought of “musclebuilding,” thinking that they will be turned into bodybuilder that looks more like Arnold Schwarzenegger than Jennifer Aniston. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, many women now workout on a regular basis, especially Hollywood stars and models, as it helps to give them that sleek and sexy look, that only comes from having a firm and toned body. The main thing to keep in mind is that you should mix up your workouts on a regular basis, and also do plenty of cardio exercises such as riding the exercise and running on the treadmill. Also, don’t be tempted to use too much weight when lifting in the gym, as this could lead to pulling a muscle and being injured for the next 6 months. Quite possibly the perfect workout for getting rid of cellulite is one that incorporates low weight with high repetitions For example, if you are doing squats, then make sure the weight you use is entirely comfortable and not too heavy. Then, squat down towards the floor until you are in a sittingposition, before gently moving back to where you started. Repeat this for at least 15 times, and if you find it to be a struggle to get this done then you might need to use less weight. A main concern for many women is people looking at them in the gym. If you are overweight, have lots of cellulite, or are just not used to working out in front of strangers, then this might be something on your mind. Relax! What you need to understand is that people of all shapes and sizes use gyms every day, and for the most part, people are more concerned with themselves than what you look like. As a matter of fact, I know for certain most people who are fit will welcome and even offer encouragement to someone who is out of shape because they can see how hard you are trying. I better not find out someone is poking fun at you because I’m capable of flying up or down to where you are and poking that person in the chest while offering some choice words!