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Effective stretch marks remedies
"Moisturizers,
Wrinkle cream and massage don't get rid of stretch marks for a possible
exception, see "Vitamin Cream Works Wonders. And makeup doesn't
cover them very well. The best you can do is to minimize stretch
marks. Firming any areas that have stretch marks--usually the thighs,
hips and abdomen--makes stretch marks less apparent, she says. Women
doctors suggest these exercises. (You can expect to see results
in about two months.) Start with 20 leg raises. One of the best
exercises to work the hip and leg area, which is where stretch marks
are most likely to occur, is a straight leg raise exercise. To begin,
lie down on the floor on your side, legs straight. Then extend the
arm that's floor-side down over your head and rest your head on
your arm.
Put your other
hand flat on the floor in front of your waist. Keeping both legs
straight and toes pointed straight ahead, raise your top leg from
hip to toe as far as it will go, then lower it back to the floor.
"Don't just jerk your leg up in the air and let it fall back
down.”You can get injured if you raise it too quickly. Instead,
raise and lower your leg in a slow, controlled motion. "Begin
with 8 to 10 leg raises on each side at least three times a week,”
Then, as each exercise begins to seem easy, add a leg raise or two
until you've worked your way up to 20 legs raises three times a
week.
Lift off. If
you get bored with swinging, put your hands down at your sides to
hold on to your chair and swing your legs up until they're fully
extended. Then lift each leg, from foot to hip, about three to six
inches. Finally, lower your leg until both legs are straight out
in front of you once again. Start out with 8 to 10 lifts, then work
your way up to 20 lifts three times a week. Firm your butt. To firm
your bottom, lay face-down on the floor, arms out at your shoulders,
elbows bent and palms flat on the floor. Now lift one leg, heel
first, off the floor about three to six inches, then lower it back
to the floor and repeat the lift with your other leg.
Start out by
lifting each leg 8 to 10 times three times a week. Add a couple
of lifts to each work out as they get easy. Your goal is 20 lifts
three times a week. Keep the scale steady. Since extra pounds create
stretch marks, try to keep your weight on an even keel. To control
calories, avoid high-fat foods, watch your portions and get more
physically active. Walk instead of drive, take the stairs instead
of an elevator, do your own yard work. But even if carrying a little
more weight around your middle doesn't bother you cosmetically,
you might want to get rid of it for health reasons.
Disclaimer :
The text presented on these pages is for your information only.
It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. It may not
represent your true individual medical situation. Do not use this
information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without
consulting a qualified health care provider. Please consult your
health care provider if you have any questions or concerns.
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