The hips connect the legs to the trunk, specifically between the femur bone and the iliac bone of the pelvis.
Losing fat from your hips
Where are our hips located?
Why do we have overly wide hips?
Often, so-called 'too wide' hips are confused with love handles. These are fat deposits that tend to accumulate on the hips, which are actually joints that connect the pelvis to the legs!
To eliminate love handles and slim the hips, it is advised to target the fat in this area. This helps to achieve a harmonious body.
The causes of fat deposits around the hips
- Pregnancy: Pregnancy causes a different distribution of fat, which can settle on the hips and increase the volume of love handles.
- Age: The aging process sometimes leads to fat storage around the hips due to a slowing metabolism that expends less energy.
- Natural silhouette: Love handles and hip width are sometimes linked to genetic factors.
- Lack of activity: Lack of exercise can cause fat deposits around the hips.
- Hormonal changes: During pregnancy or menopause, the volume of love handles can increase due to hormonal imbalances.
- Diet: The consumption of processed foods and refined sugars can contribute to the development of love handles and hip fat. Therefore, it is important to change dietary habits to achieve a slim waistline.
Cryolipolysis
How does it work?
Cryolipolysis is a fat reduction treatment using cold. The technology induces apoptosis, or the death of fat cells (adipocytes), which are then eliminated through the lymphatic system. The first results are noticeable one month after the session, with optimization at three months. This protocol helps to reduce fat and slim the hips.
Sessions
1 to 2 sessions spaced 2 to 3 months apart.
Mechanical Lymphatic Drainage
How does it work?
This is an anti-cellulite treatment that reshapes the silhouette using compressive vibrations generated by the handheld device. It targets congested areas, reduces water retention, drains lymphatic fluid, and stimulates microcirculation. Volume loss can be observed from the first session, along with skin tightening and cellulite reduction.
Sessions
2 sessions per week for 6 weeks.
Losing hips without exercise, is it possible?
Gym and physical exercises play a crucial role in fat loss around the hips. Physical activity is also ideal for achieving a flat stomach, building muscle strength, and reducing love handles.
But if you don't have time or aren't seeing results from workouts, consider turning to aesthetic treatments at Maison Lutétia.
What diet should you favor to lose hip fat?
A healthy diet is essential to lose hip fat:
- Eat more vegetables
- Prioritize proteins: fish, meat, soy...
- Choose cottage cheese or dairy products
- Eat fruits
- Drink plenty of water, sugar-free green tea with draining properties or diuretic herbal teas
Foods to avoid:
Avoid high-calorie foods and drinks that can be stored around the hips:
- Pastries
- Cakes
- Sweets
- Starches and bread
- Highly salted dishes
- Wine and alcohol
Top 8 sports to slim down hips
- Squat
- Side leg lift
- Side plank
- Push-ups
- Walking
- Swimming
- Stretching
- Pilates
What about home methods to lose hips?
- Cataplasm: a paste-like preparation applied to congested areas (consult your dermatologist or doctor before use).
- Dance: to burn calories while having fun.
- Low-calorie diets: to draw energy (though not without risks, so we do not recommend this method).
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FAQ
Is liposuction effective and safe for losing hips?
Liposuction is effective for losing hips, but it is not without risks as it is a surgical procedure. Post-operative recovery can also be lengthy and challenging. That's why we recommend a gentle aesthetic medicine treatment instead.
Are the results of cryolipolysis on the hips permanent?
The results of cryolipolysis on the hips are long-lasting if you adopt a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Is it possible to lose hips without dieting?
It is possible to lose hips without dieting by undergoing aesthetic medicine treatment. However, a balanced diet is recommended to maintain the results over time.
Is it possible to lose hips without exercise?
It is possible to lose hips without exercise by undergoing a protocol of mechanical lymphatic drainage and/or cryolipolysis.