Eliminating localized fat can be a difficult task for those who want a shapely, toned body. But know that even the most persistent fat has a solution.
Living with excess localized fat is a risk to physical and mental health. It can increase predisposition to high cholesterol, diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. At the same time, it changes the shape of the body and lowers self-esteem.
A routine of healthy habits isn’t always enough to eliminate “stubborn” fat. This is a problem that affects both overweight and ideal-weight people. For this reason, it may be necessary to resort to alternative methods, such as body reshaping treatments.
In order to make the best choice, it’s important to understand the causes and how you can combat localized fat.
What is localized fat?
Localized fat is adipose tissue that accumulates in certain areas of the body. It’s a gradual process that’s linked to the high consumption of calories that the body can’t use up.
Its origins lie in poor eating habits, a sedentary lifestyle and other issues.
You may have noticed that this is a problem that affects more women than men. In fact, genetics and hormonal factors mean that hotspots are more obvious in women.
The most common complaints are associated with these areas of the body:
- Abdomen;
- Hip;
- Arms;
- Back;
- Flanks;
- Thighs;
- Culotte;
- Glutes.
4 Strategies for fighting localized fat
It’s not always easy to fight localized fat naturally. It may be necessary to combine a healthy routine with aesthetic treatments to obtain faster and longer-lasting results. Here are 4 strategies to combat this problem.
1. Physical exercise
Physical activity is essential to help fight localized fat. The most effective exercises are prolonged and increase the heart and respiratory rate. At home, on the street or in the gym, the important thing is to get moving. Here are some suggestions:
- Walking;
- Race;
- Dance;
- Swimming;
- Cycling;
- HIIT.
Physical activity helps to release stubborn adipose tissue and improve quality of life. Continued practice increases muscle mass, firmness and self-esteem.
2. Balanced nutrition and hydration
Maintaining a balanced diet is one of the main steps to reducing localized fat. Choose foods rich in fiber, such as fruits, vegetables, cereals and legumes. This helps the body absorb water better, increases the feeling of satiety and speeds up the metabolism. You should also add protein such as meat, eggs, fish or soy to your routine. On the other hand, avoid excessive intake of carbohydrates, saturated fats, sugar and processed foods.
The great ally of healthy eating is water. Always have a bottle with you and drink between 1.5 and 2 liters a day. You’re helping your body to work, hydrate your cells and eliminate toxins.
3. Calorie deficit
Even if you eat a healthy diet, in order to eliminate adipose tissue, you need to be in a calorie deficit. In other words, the amount of calories you eat must be less than the amount you burn. Only then will the body begin to burn fat reserves to produce energy.
This calorie deficit must be done properly and healthily. Radical diets can achieve results in the short term, but over time they damage your health and are not consistent. It is therefore advisable to have specialized monitoring and the guidance of a health professional.
4. Aesthetic procedures
All these tips are important for fighting localized fat. However, they don’t guarantee you quick and long-lasting results. For that, you need to resort to aesthetic procedures. At Skin Boutique, our specialists carry out minimally invasive body treatments that will help solve your problem, even in the most difficult areas, without surgery or long recovery times.
- EMSCULPT NEO®: is the first minimally invasive treatment that combines radiofrequency and high-intensity electromagnetic energy at the same time. Each session promotes muscle toning, without anesthesia or recovery time.
- EXILIS ULTRA 360®: using ultrasound and monopolar radiofrequency, this minimally invasive treatment focuses on body shaping and toning. It can be performed on any area of the body, regardless of the patient’s skin type.
All these tips help to combat localized fat. In addition, they help improve your quality of life and boost your self-esteem. With Aesthetic Medicine, you have access to body treatments that help you achieve your goals quickly and effectively. Visit our website and see the before and after pictures of some of the patients who have visited our clinic.
