The dreaded cellulite has negatively affected the lives of many around the world. As a result, there are a plethora of anti-cellulite products on the market all of which promise to help one reduce and get rid of cellulite completely.

For more serious cases there are quite a few invasive and low tech no-invasive procedures to bring in faster results.

The reality is, however, that without a proper diet and definitely exercise one cannot hope to see long-term results with any of the above methods.

Regular helps in burning fat and keeping the fit body around the year which means that cellulite can’t easily form ever. In this article, we shall take a look at some of the best exercises to get rid of thighs cellulite.

Exercise #1 – Thigh slimming Pilates

This involves lateral movement and focuses on toning up the outer thighs. One has to start by standing with feet at a hip-width distance. A band needs to be tied around the ankles. Now step out to the left and work against the resistance of the band.

Then slowly bring the right foot to meet the left. Now keeping the torso upright try and lift left leg out to the side as high as possible. Make sure that the toes are pointed downward. Switch sides and do this for 15 repetitions per side.

Exercise #2 – Walking on an incline

Walking on an incline burns significantly more calories at a time than just walking on a flat surface. If you have inclines in the terrain where you stay you can walk outdoors or simply crank up the treadmill to incline and do it at home.

This helps in toning the whole lower body, firming up the butt and leads to slimmer thighs due to the faster fat burn. Doing this for just 30 minutes every day can break down fats, reduce cellulite and along with it the unwanted dimpled appearance.

Exercise #3 – Lower body toning workout

You will need a step or a low bench for this exercise along with 5 – 8-pound dumbbells. If you find them difficult then start without weights and then slowly pick them as you progress. Start by facing the bench. Then quickly step up and down with your alternating feet.

This is one of the best cardio exercises to engage the whole body but stresses more on the thighs and legs. Switch the lead leg after every 30 seconds.

Next step is called the Skater’s Lunge which you can begin by standing straight on the floor. Lift the left heel and slowly slide it back at a 45-degree angle, all the while bending right leg without getting past the toes.

Hold for 3 seconds, and then slide the leg back to starting position squeezing the buttocks in the process. Switch legs after 30 seconds.

All these lower body exercises are great for toning and tightening up the body and reduce the unwanted ripples on the skin caused by cellulite. Find more exercise tips here:

The main thing about cellulite is that it can go away if you lose weight and try to maintain a healthy bodyweight from then on. This cannot be done by crash dieting or fancy medications but through old-fashioned diet and exercise routine.

The weight needs to shed gradually so that there are no further stretch marks or loose hanging skin adding to your existing woes. 2 -3 pounds is the maximum normal pace.

The steady pace also means less binging and helps in keeping off the weight for good. You can work with your trainer and form a set of exercises that you can do in the gym or in the comfort of your home whenever you can.

The above are the heavy duty ones so let’s take a look at the others which will help reverse the cause of the bumps, ripples, and dimples on the troubled zones of your body. Begin today because the more you put off the worse will be the cellulite condition.

Try out a handful of exercises with interval training to blast away cellulite more effectively. In just a months’ time, you feel slimmer and toned thighs that you can be proud of.

Go for a brisk walk every day. Mornings are better but if you don’t have time then do it every evening. Walking is one the best and simplest of exercises and can help one lose up to 300 calories in an hour with the right pace. It not only helps tone up and slim down the thighs but also improves overall health.

Try and walk 2- miles every day for at least six days a week. If you can’t do it for an hour at least do it for 45 minutes. Try and see if there are inclines in your route and add them in your walk map for they are great for burning off calories faster.

Walk at a pace you are comfortable with so that you don’t overtire and walk for a long time. The slowly quicken your pace. Alternate jogging or running to keep up the calorie burning pace, and remember to do stretching exercises before and after you begin.

Work off with thigh raises next. Lie face down and raise your legs just above your knees. Make sure that your feet are a few inches off the ground. Bend your knees and work on keeping them off the ground.

Hold this position for as long as you can (5-15 seconds). Slowly unbend your knees, straighten your legs and lower them to the ground. Do this for 3 sets of 12 reps.

Next, sit on the floor keeping your back straight. Bend the knees and keep the legs wide apart. Now place the left arm directly over the left knee while using the right hand to support with the hip.

The sit up straight and move the right foot to the left hand and hold for a few seconds. Switch sides and start again. Do this for 3 sets of 12 reps.

Next, sit straight on the floor. Bend the right knees and keep the left leg out straight. Then lift up the left leg so that the foot is a few inches off the. Hold for a few seconds and then lower the leg. Switch sides and start again. Do this for 3 sets of 12 reps.

Now get down on your knees and elbows. Keep your back flat and slowly raise the left thigh to about 45 degrees. Your knee should be bent and pointing the heel up to the ceiling. Hold this position for a few seconds and then slowly lower the leg down. Switch sides and start again. Do this for 3 sets of 12 reps.

In the next exercise, you can hold on to the back of a chair or a railing and stand with both feet facing forward. Keep your back straight and chin up. The slowly move your right leg back so that the toe touches the floor on the left.

After this raise your right leg back at an angle leading with the heel until the heel is a few inches off the ground on the right. Hold this position for a few seconds and then slowly lower the leg down.Switch sides and start again. Do this for 3 sets of 12 reps.

Finally, there is the powerful thigh chair exercise. Stand about a foot away from a wall and keep your feet straight ahead. Now slowly slide your body down the wall till you find yourself sitting with your thighs perpendicular to the surface.

Try and hold this position for 30 seconds at first and then for about two minutes. Slowly slide up and stand straight.

You can set up a week by week plan to lose weight and get rid of the thighs cellulite.

• Start by walking a mile and slowly add to it. Walk up a hill or incline if it comes your way.
• Alternate this with the exercises outlined here.
• Keep a close watch on your calorie intake and check your weight every week. Eat more frequent meals and don’t keep long gaps between them.
• Consult a nutritionist so that you know the right calorie balance for your body and stick to it.
• Check food labels to know what you are eating. Keep calories and toxins away.
• Snack healthy with fruits, seeds, nuts and health drinks like fresh juices.
• Don’t gulp down your food. You can overeat this way. Take time to eat and enjoy your food.
• Drink lots of water all day so you keep your body hydrated and full and do less binge eating.
• Create a healthy diet with lots of fruits and vegetables so that your body gets all the essential nutrients that it needs. Match with high fiber foods so that the digestive system works perfectly. Switch to egg whites and lean proteins to get the building blocks but without the associated fats.

This way your body will have lots of energy to keep active and do the exercise better. In a very short while you will see that you have gotten rid of the thighs cellulite successfully.