Appetizer
Lose weight MORE slowly. Now that summer is in full force, many of us are in a hurry to lose a few pounds before we hit the beach. Frolicking around in a swimsuit is the one time that we are most reminded of our cottage cheese-like enemy…cellulite.
The thing to remember is that losing weight fast isn’t the answer to getting rid of cellulite. You have to lose fat, in particular. What’s the difference, you ask? Well, if you lose muscle, you will lose weight. However, if you lose muscle, you will also increase the appearance of cellulite.
Since cellulite is the result of underlying fat stores, you need to increase muscle and decrease fat in order to get rid of it, and that takes time.
Main Course
While cellulite can occur virtually anywhere, it is most prevalent on the backside. One of the best pieces of equipment for busting that fat on your bum and the backs of your thighs is the StairMaster.
Stair steppers provide an aerobic workout by allowing you to push independent foot pedals up and down or to climb a rotating staircase. Most people, however, don’t use the Stairmaster properly and therefore don’t receive the greatest benefit. Leaning on the rails and taking itty bitty steps can reduce the efficiency of the workout by as much as 75%. To get your best workout, slow down and take larger steps.
Not only will you burn mega calories on this machine, the climbing movement will tone your rear-end by building muscle. This increase in muscle, along with the aerobic fat burning, is the only legitimate way to reduce cellulite.
So, say “good-bye” to all of those creams, magic potions, and special shoes that are out on the market now. Some may help “reduce the appearance of cellulite” for a few hours, but none of them will get you the lasting results that you’re seeking.
Dessert
I use the Stairmaster at my gym once a week. I would like to use it more often, but I haven’t been able to get past the mental barriers I have when it comes to that machine. Let me just tell you up front…It’s hard. Did you hear me? I said, “IT IS HARD.” But, it’s also worth it. There’s no other piece of cardio equipment that has given me results like this one.
When I step off of the Stairmaster, I feel like I’ve conquered my biggest demon. I’m always dripping wet with sweat, but I feel on top of the world. You may not believe me until you try it, but I promise you that once you get past the first 15 minutes – you’ll be OK. It’s totally a mental exercise because you have to decide that you want to do it, and that you’re willing to do whatever it takes.
Go ahead…climb a few floors and let me know what you think.
About Cafe Physique:
The mission of Café Physique is to help clients reach and exceed their personal fitness and nutrition goals. If you’re in need of an a nutritionist in Atlanta or an Atlanta personal trainer – Café Physique is the perfect solution. We offer Atlanta yoga instruction, Atlanta prenatal workouts, and Atlanta personal training. We also have private sessions of pilates that Atlanta residents are raving about. We invite you to let a member of our Atlanta registered dietitian staff or personal training team develop and implement a realistic and healthy lifestyle plan to meet your personal goals.
