Cellulite - Not Just for the Overweight

erin4455
erin4455 Posts: 135
in Health and Weight Loss
So I have a question...knowing that cellulite can afflict anyone, regardless of weight, I'm still curious if those of you with it, lost it along with your weight. The back of the legs always seem to be an issue...does it go away or stick around regardless of the weight loss?

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  • yankeedownsouth
    yankeedownsouth Posts: 717 Member
    So I have a question...knowing that cellulite can afflict anyone, regardless of weight, I'm still curious if those of you with it, lost it along with your weight. The back of the legs always seem to be an issue...does it go away or stick around regardless of the weight loss?

    I am at a good weight for my height, and I still have the darned stuff. Yup, backs of my thighs. I'm hoping it diminishes as I lower my body fat and gain muscle. However, even my 16 year old daughter who is tiny tiny with super low body fat has it. It's very genetic our family.
  • Crazy4Healthy
    Crazy4Healthy Posts: 626 Member
    I have one really stubborn spot on the sides of my thighs and then there is my buttocks. :)
  • auzziecawth66
    auzziecawth66 Posts: 476 Member
    I had a little in the back of my thighs even at 108 pounds so I think for some people it's just there and nothing you can do about it...
  • dietstokes
    dietstokes Posts: 216 Member
    You can still have it in a normal weight, but it typically reduces at the very least. Make sure to be building muscle, not just losing weight. Also, make sure you drink enough water, eat healthy fats, skin brush, and moisturize. All of these things can help a lot with your skin. And while excess fat can cause cellulite, the reason why it's mostly women who have it is because of how our skin is forms (which is different from males). So, anything that you can do for skin health and elasticity is beneficial. Many of the things that people would do for loose skin would apply for cellulite I think.

    Also, while not permanent, there are some creams over the counter that work if used daily. But once you stop using it, the effect wears off. I liked the nivea one, as well the victoria secrete one.
  • sararixe
    sararixe Posts: 36 Member
    I have it always!! legs and bum. even when i was 120lbs ..If there are and secrets on how to get smooth I would LOVE to know :wink:
  • Bethbr00tality
    Bethbr00tality Posts: 36 Member
    Derma doctor just came out with shrinking beauty. I've seen results, it actually works. It's vegan and plant based, and not overpriced.

    Oh, and its not just a caffeine cream..
  • dietstokes
    dietstokes Posts: 216 Member
    Also, do squats! And do them with heavy weights! they will do wonders for your legs and bum :)
  • aakokopelli7
    aakokopelli7 Posts: 196 Member
    I have always had it, on my bun/thighs since I was 16. I just discovered dry brushing and coconut oil for it. If nothing else I have super baby soft skin but I've heard it works from a few people on here. Also, I do squats, lunges, and the "thigh master" move with my fitness ball.
  • greeneyedKat
    greeneyedKat Posts: 88
    I agree with things dietstokes suggested....along with skin brushing, afterwards,massage an essential oily (mixed with a carrier oil, like almond oil),into affected areas. Some good ones are lemon, rosemary, and geranium...have to masssage the oils into the skin, rubbing areas quite hard. It really does help......I have heard that reducing your sugar intake helps also
  • Brianna72994
    Brianna72994 Posts: 887
    What is "skin brushing"? What do you brush it with, and for how long?
  • yankeedownsouth
    yankeedownsouth Posts: 717 Member
    And I have to say, cellulite is hell for the self esteem. It makes you feel fat even when you know (intellectually) that you're not. What a mind game!
  • kellybean14
    kellybean14 Posts: 237 Member
    I reversed mine, so it is possible. It took about a year of pretty serious running, leg weights and a loss of 20 pounds, but it is sooo worth it.

    Good luck!!
  • ivyana25
    ivyana25 Posts: 76
    What is this skin brushing a couple of you mentioned? I have never heard of it..
  • erin4455
    erin4455 Posts: 135
    Thanks for all the feedback! I've actually heard of the skin brushing and have meant to buy one several times when I pass up a health food store (think that's the only place you can buy them?). Someone correct me if I'm wrong but it's an over-sized brush that you use on your body and brush upward, toward your heart. Heard it was amazing for skin and as for cellulite, that makes sense. Can't hurt, right? Think I'll pick up one of those this weekend. I know I've heard of other treatments that massage or "pound" the fat away from your skin surface...if that works, I suppose you could try that at home without paying top dollar for treatments. Anyway, glad to know others have at least seen a reduction in appearance since their weight loss - that's encouraging!
  • sleepytexan
    sleepytexan Posts: 3,138 Member
    I've found cellulite diminished greatly after beginning heavy squats. I do stronglifts 5 x 5; PB squat to date is 155 lbs.
  • erin4455
    erin4455 Posts: 135
    I've found cellulite diminished greatly after beginning heavy squats. I do stronglifts 5 x 5; PB squat to date is 155 lbs.

    That makes sense - the muscle you built with the squats must be dissolving the surface fat making it less noticeable. Good to know.
  • erin4455
    erin4455 Posts: 135
    I reversed mine, so it is possible. It took about a year of pretty serious running, leg weights and a loss of 20 pounds, but it is sooo worth it.

    Good luck!!

    Thanks - knowing you got rid of it is inspirational!
  • erin4455
    erin4455 Posts: 135
    And I have to say, cellulite is hell for the self esteem. It makes you feel fat even when you know (intellectually) that you're not. What a mind game!

    Isn't that the truth.
  • onyxgirl17
    onyxgirl17 Posts: 1,722 Member
    And I have to say, cellulite is hell for the self esteem. It makes you feel fat even when you know (intellectually) that you're not. What a mind game!

    The reason for my self esteem problems when I was a teen...
  • aakokopelli7
    aakokopelli7 Posts: 196 Member
    There is the lymphatic dry brushing and then there is just the removal of dead skin cells kind. The best way for me to explain it is this;

    Get a natural bristled shower brush. They are where the loofahs and puffy wash things are. Before showering everyday, in long firm strokes from you feet to your neck, arms and back..Butt and ALL. Up ward from the feet to the boobs then down from the neck to the heart area. Honestly it doesn't feel all that great and until you get used to it, it will suck. Anyway, shower as usual. For me, after I get out and pat dry I apply coconut oil all over, face even.(Acne/oily skin EVEN, this stuff is a miracle in a jar!) It will soak in and you won't be all slick and shiny but for a couple a mins.

    This forces off all those dead skin cells and stimulates new cells, thus creating softer more vibrant skin. I just added in the coconut oil for moisture and it's benefits. The lymphatic version is really more complicated and time consuming and I am not really one to go into that version.

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