Waist training and corsetry Dangers!
sirensong101
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First and foremost NOOOO!!!!!!! DON'T DO IT!
I for one am a little concerned about the celeb promotion of these forms of 'waist training', you are not training anything, you are in actual fact weakening your core and the medical problems they cause are major to your organs, your spine your spinal cord , your health and possible mobility.
Ok fine were a corset for one day with a special outfit but not on a regular basis. Seriously please research these products on fact, not theory or fashion victim celeb status.
There are much more safer and successful ways to get that hourglass figure through healthy eating and exercise.
Simple things like less salt sugar fats less white carbs and more water and green veg.. planking, yoga, pilates, dancing.. choose the healthy option please.
I for one am a little concerned about the celeb promotion of these forms of 'waist training', you are not training anything, you are in actual fact weakening your core and the medical problems they cause are major to your organs, your spine your spinal cord , your health and possible mobility.
Ok fine were a corset for one day with a special outfit but not on a regular basis. Seriously please research these products on fact, not theory or fashion victim celeb status.
There are much more safer and successful ways to get that hourglass figure through healthy eating and exercise.
Simple things like less salt sugar fats less white carbs and more water and green veg.. planking, yoga, pilates, dancing.. choose the healthy option please.
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There are good things about it too... And I'm a physician assistant. Wouldn't do it if it wasn't safe. You should do a little more research.0
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Hmmm...thanks for posting this. I wear a corset to fit into some dresses and like the hourglass shape it gives me, but I only wear it for an hour or two. I have read how wearing it for much longer periods could result in a permanent shape change. Where did you read it could be harmful?0
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Really this is the case with most things is it not? And as with most things moderation is key.
Also if you look hard enough you can find research supporting and refuting most things.0 -
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Ashley___916 wrote: »There are good things about it too... And I'm a physician assistant. Wouldn't do it if it wasn't safe. You should do a little more research.
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@Ashley___916, thanks for your post. Have you had a positive experience with corsets or waist training?0
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ch33s3cak3s wrote: »First and foremost NOOOO!!!!!!! DON'T DO IT!
I for one am a little concerned about the celeb promotion of these forms of 'waist training', you are not training anything, you are in actual fact weakening your core and the medical problems they cause are major to your organs, your spine your spinal cord , your health and possible mobility.
Ok fine were a corset for one day with a special outfit but not on a regular basis. Seriously please research these products on fact, not theory or fashion victim celeb status.
There are much more safer and successful ways to get that hourglass figure through healthy eating and exercise.
Simple things like less salt sugar fats less white carbs and more water and green veg.. planking, yoga, pilates, dancing.. choose the healthy option please.
There are actually some things in your post that are wrong. The entire bolded line. That has nothing to do with building your core, or changing your shape.
Heavy lifting is actually the best way for body recomp, but any form of exercise is a good way to work the body.
HOWEVER. Today's 'corsets' are not the same as the horrifying body damaging pieces worn in history that caused women to need to stand near fainting couches because they were so restricting to both the diaphragm and the vasovagal nerve that women often passed out. While it isn't advised to wear a corset full time, it's perfectly safe to wear one underneath clothing as a body shaper. If a woman is practicing good body dynamics, good posture, and not relying on the corset for core strength, it won't weaken the core or damage the spine or the organs (as long as it is the correct size).
It certainly won't damage the spine or the spinal cord- corsets are often used to protect the spine in people who have back issues.0 -
I would die if I tried pouring myself into one. The sexy lingerie type ones look hot, but I'm sure those are only for looks and don't actually do anything. Hell, I can't even wear Spanx without feeling claustrophobic!0
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Yeah I'm having such a hard time getting my on too.0
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Don't they make you have diarrhea?
Or maybe that was just my 13 year old me.
I would wear it for bedroom play but beyond that I don't see the need for a little unnecessary discomfort.
They're awesome, though.
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I would die if I tried pouring myself into one. The sexy lingerie type ones look hot, but I'm sure those are only for looks and don't actually do anything. Hell, I can't even wear Spanx without feeling claustrophobic!
no spanx ever. but I'd corset and have
not during exercise, but that's because it's a breathing restriction and that makes no sensech33s3cak3s wrote: »First and foremost NOOOO!!!!!!! DON'T DO IT!
I for one am a little concerned about the celeb promotion of these forms of 'waist training', you are not training anything, you are in actual fact weakening your core and the medical problems they cause are major to your organs, your spine your spinal cord , your health and possible mobility.
Ok fine were a corset for one day with a special outfit but not on a regular basis. Seriously please research these products on fact, not theory or fashion victim celeb status.
There are much more safer and successful ways to get that hourglass figure through healthy eating and exercise.
Simple things like less salt sugar fats less white carbs and more water and green veg.. planking, yoga, pilates, dancing.. choose the healthy option please.
There are actually some things in your post that are wrong. The entire bolded line. That has nothing to do with building your core, or changing your shape.
Heavy lifting is actually the best way for body recomp, but any form of exercise is a good way to work the body.
HOWEVER. Today's 'corsets' are not the same as the horrifying body damaging pieces worn in history that caused women to need to stand near fainting couches because they were so restricting to both the diaphragm and the vasovagal nerve that women often passed out. While it isn't advised to wear a corset full time, it's perfectly safe to wear one underneath clothing as a body shaper. If a woman is practicing good body dynamics, good posture, and not relying on the corset for core strength, it won't weaken the core or damage the spine or the organs (as long as it is the correct size).
It certainly won't damage the spine or the spinal cord- corsets are often used to protect the spine in people who have back issues.
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@sunn_lighter ...too funny. I've tried Spanx pantyhose and they are OK. I much prefer the Hanes Silk Reflections High Waist Sheers...much nicer product and 1/3 the price. Both work well for controlling the muffin tops and the band goes up all the way under the bra line and has wide silicone strips, so no "roll-down". The corset gives real shape, however.0
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ch33s3cak3s wrote: »ch33s3cak3s wrote: »First and foremost NOOOO!!!!!!! DON'T DO IT!
I for one am a little concerned about the celeb promotion of these forms of 'waist training', you are not training anything, you are in actual fact weakening your core and the medical problems they cause are major to your organs, your spine your spinal cord , your health and possible mobility.
Ok fine were a corset for one day with a special outfit but not on a regular basis. Seriously please research these products on fact, not theory or fashion victim celeb status.
There are much more safer and successful ways to get that hourglass figure through healthy eating and exercise.
Simple things like less salt sugar fats less white carbs and more water and green veg.. planking, yoga, pilates, dancing.. choose the healthy option please.
There are actually some things in your post that are wrong. The entire bolded line. That has nothing to do with building your core, or changing your shape.
Heavy lifting is actually the best way for body recomp, but any form of exercise is a good way to work the body.
HOWEVER. Today's 'corsets' are not the same as the horrifying body damaging pieces worn in history that caused women to need to stand near fainting couches because they were so restricting to both the diaphragm and the vasovagal nerve that women often passed out. While it isn't advised to wear a corset full time, it's perfectly safe to wear one underneath clothing as a body shaper. If a woman is practicing good body dynamics, good posture, and not relying on the corset for core strength, it won't weaken the core or damage the spine or the organs (as long as it is the correct size).
It certainly won't damage the spine or the spinal cord- corsets are often used to protect the spine in people who have back issues.
Ahem..Im not wrong, you have misinterpreted what i wrote.. I never mentioned core building when stating the highlighted bold you quoted, I was refering to choosing a healthier way to trim down your waist, plus your are missing the point, I am talking about 'waist training' using corsetry (not everyday body shaping lingerie or sexy dress up corsets or any historic pieces..im not that bloody old! lol) where people are using corsets pulled far too tight thinking it will reshape their waist line (which is more dangerous after childbirth to btw) but there is no actual evidence this does anything. It does not support the spine.. the muscles have nothing to do since the corset is doing all the work so they get weaker for one. The internal organs are crushed the spine can be over time damaged and so can the spinal cord. All possibilities and facts.
You said yourself in brackets 'the correct size' .. I agree with what you have said but it has nothing to do with what this topic is about.
Most laypeople aren't doing this. I've seen women wearing corsets for body shaping but this 'crushing' you're describing.... I've not seen it, don't know anyone doing it, haven't seen it in the forums or on the shows. In fact, your thread is the first I've heard of it. Don't think it's a widespread problem.0 -
@mccindy72, I think @ch33s3cak3s may be right, check it out: https://www.yahoo.com/health/why-waist-training-is-a-really-really-bad-idea-120455530897.html
If the Kardashians and Jessica Alba are doing it, I could see how impressionable people would follow.0 -
@mccindy72, I think @ch33s3cak3s may be right, check it out: https://www.yahoo.com/health/why-waist-training-is-a-really-really-bad-idea-120455530897.html
If the Kardashians and Jessica Alba are doing it, I could see how impressionable people would follow.
I can't imagine anyone doing anything because the Kardashians are doing it.0 -
@mccindy72, I think @ch33s3cak3s may be right, check it out: https://www.yahoo.com/health/why-waist-training-is-a-really-really-bad-idea-120455530897.html
If the Kardashians and Jessica Alba are doing it, I could see how impressionable people would follow.
I can't imagine anyone doing anything because the Kardashians are doing it.
Oh, but they are.
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Why do we really care? Smoking is bad but people do it even though doctors show proof that it is bad.
And regarding damage to inside parts...I've done that doing my sport of choice0 -
and most of those waist trainers are still not the old timey corsets
I don't know anyone who would wear it working out. Everyone I know, knows it's not a good idea. I considered wearing mine during aerial class to work on form, but again the whole breathing issue.0 -
I would die if I tried pouring myself into one. The sexy lingerie type ones look hot, but I'm sure those are only for looks and don't actually do anything. Hell, I can't even wear Spanx without feeling claustrophobic!
Preach lmao and i really wonder what the organs look like inside when you're pushing it all in together like that and plus if u see what your organs look like obese compare to regular sized it looks scary as well lol0 -
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My corset is very effective. It takes a 36" waist down to a 32. Once I achieve my goals on MFP, my hope is that I will need to purchase a new one to take a 32" or 33" natural waist to a 28.
I agree with Moyer, though. It's very restrictive. I can barely bend over and couldn't see exercising in one.0
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