It is quite common to hear cellulite being described as a couch. The fat lumpy deposits on your skin can actually act as extra cushions every time you sit or lie down.

That being said, it does not mean that cellulite is comfortable or even wanted.

After all, who wants a lumpy cushion when they can have smoother and softer upholstery, right?

And when the lumpy fat and bulging skin comes with an ungainly orange peel or an ugly dimpled appearance there is no end to depression and diffidence.

This is very natural because a large portion of our self-confidence is directly proportional to our appearance.

It is therefore very important to combat cellulite and prevent it from further ruining one’s body and confidence.

Cellulite is the result of unnatural fat deposits in the body which actually from under the skin and after a point push upwards through the connective tissues.

The pushing up and bursting forth through the tissues give way to a rippled effect on the skin’s surface, which pucker up and lead to an ugly dimpled appearance.

It affects both men and women, though the latter is more easily prone and thus more afflicted by it.

It is also much easier for men to get rid of their cellulite formations than women because the male testosterone hormone is designed to combat fat while the female estrogen hormones are more prone to store fats.

There are many reasons for cellulite but those who are obese or overweight will probably find it more difficult to lose cellulite.

Of course, this doesn’t mean that thin people cannot have cellulite. They can be afflicted by it if it a part of their genetic predisposition.

But with proper diet and exercise, products and treatments they can lose this faster than obese people.

So does losing weight get rid of cellulite? Absolutely. While cellulite can occur despite one’s weight (or lack of it), weight gain definitely worsens the situation.

As one puts on more weight, the lumps and bulges become bigger and more visible, completely ruining one’s body structure and appearance.

It is, therefore, imperative that one starts taking care of the issue by opting for regular workouts right away.

Common areas for cellulite formation are the thighs and buttocks, arms, abdomen, and calves.

The exercise regimen that one chooses should keep in mind the particular areas affected.

This will lead to more focused workout and bring about faster results. While there is no hard and fast spot training to lose weight from these areas one can still focus on particular exercises that will help burn the stored fat faster.

Losing weight will make the fat cells decrease in size and they will automatically stop pushing outwards and pucker up the skin’s surface.

Doing cardio exercises combined with strength training will help burn fat from the whole body equally and lead to a significant fat loss.

But before one proceeds any further or starts an exercise program it is important to know why there has been a cellulite formation in the first place. Cellulite can form due to any number of reasons including:

1. Hormonal imbalances
2. Genetic factors
3. Gender makeup
4. Health condition
5. Current medications
6. Obesity
7. Bad lifestyle choices
8. Poor diet
9. Stress
10. Metabolic imbalances

One needs to confer with an expert, a doctor, nutritionist or even a trainer, to understand the real reason behind cellulite because this will differ from person to person.

Knowing the cause will help in devising more focused solutions. After this one can focus on a proper diet and exercise regimen.

The gender makeup is yet another important aspect because men and women put on and lose weight differently.

The female hormonal structure makes it easy for their bodies to store fat, especially in the lower body like the hips, thighs, and buttocks.

This is a prime condition for cellulite to settle down and roost which after a point of time can be very difficult to get rid of.

Most women will find it really easy to lose weight from their upper bodies like the arms, bust and even waist, but without the lower body complying the program is hardly a success.

This weight gain and fat storage are also accompanied by improper blood flow and circulation in the body which is a major cause for cellulite formations. The muscles are also to be considered here.

Flabby and weak muscles are open invitations for cellulite while stronger, leaner and more toned muscles mean it will be really hard to find cellulite formations anywhere.

Well-developed muscles help in improving the collagen health as well, therefore, toning them up with weight training should be part of the overall weight loss program.

One thing to understand here is that effective cellulite loss can only happen when fat loss is simultaneous with collagen strength build up.

3 Ways to lose weight and get rid of cellulite

The very first step is to burn the fat. Switch to a low carb diet so that insulin levels are lowered in the body, which in turn will lead to more controlled fat release and fat depositions.

The diet should instead focus on proteins, vitamins and essential minerals which will power the fat loss and build up body strength.

One could also opt for medically approved supplements to speed up the fat loss.

Also, remember to include lots of fibers in your meals so that it helps in digestion and in better bowel movements. This will ensure that all fats are routinely flushed out of the system.

The next step is to devise a proper exercise program so that you can lose weight steadily and effectively.

The best way to do this is to opt for cardiovascular exercises like walking, running or jogging, swimming, biking or cycling.

You will notice that in all these exercises the entire body is affected and one gets to lose weight in large amounts from all over. This is a great step to start your cellulite loss.

Cardio improves circulation and helps in tightening up the body. In most cases, cellulite deposits are more in the lower portion of the body so it makes sense to focus on lower body exercise.

Along with your cardio, you should also do lunges, leg raises and squats to lose weight and build muscle tone as well. This will help smoothen out the ugly dimples faster.

There are quite a few cellulite treatments that one can opt for as well. Especially if your cellulite condition is such that the above methods are slow to show results.

These treatments are focused to treat the collagen issue instead of just cosmetic and temporary solutions.

Based on the patient’s condition a particular type of fat burning technique treatment will be recommended.

Mostly their focus will be on deep tissue stimulation with vibration, heat induction, and light or laser therapy.

Often called collagen remodeling, these treatments try to reorganize the distribution of the collagen fiber network and strengthen them.

While these are the basic steps to lose weight one can also complement these efforts with deep tissue massages.

Massages may not be the definite way to lose weight but they do aid a great deal in the process. Massages have the ability to increase the blood flow and improve circulation and lymphatic functions.

Regular massage treatment, therefore, goes a long way to reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Though it is not a permanent solution it does positively affect the body by helping the accumulated fluids and fats ease out of the collagen pockets.

This, in turn, reduces the puckering and dimpling effect making skin tighter and smoother.

For best effects, however, one needs to pair these up with the above, more long-term methods.

Exercise and massages combine to increase the blood flow in the body which prevents easy cellulite depositions.

The stored fats slowly dissolve away and allow the skin to get back to natural texture and look.

Losing weight through these methods would also mean renewed strength and better health of the collagen fibers.

Some of the best methods for increasing blood flow are hot sauna and baths along with alternating hot and cold treatments.

Just losing weight will be ineffective for cellulite treatment without proper weight training exercise.

Weakening muscles are major causes for easy cellulite formations so one needs to strengthen the muscles and tighten the connective tissues as well.

Weight training helps one do that. Weight lifting and lower body resistance training are some of best ways and should be incorporated into the overall weight loss program.

As we have seen, if cellulite is a hereditary condition then even thin people can suffer from it.

In these cases too, a proper diet and exercise regimen will keep the body active, muscles strong and induce better circulation which will prevent the problem from aggravating.

However, since most cellulite cases occur in overweight people it is imperative that they start a rigorous weight loss program right away.

Once the weight is controlled cellulite conditions will start improving leading to better inner health as well as the appearance which can bring back the old self-confidence soon.