Do Exercises Help Tighten and Firm Loose Skin on the Tummy and Thighs Caused By Pregnancy?


 by Ashley Armstrong

You spent nine long months carrying your baby and now you don't recognize your body. You're not alone. Most women have trouble losing post-baby fat, especially in the thighs and abdomen. If you regularly worked out prior to and during your pregnancy, you will lose the weight more quickly.

Step 1

Breastfeed if you are able and your baby is not allergic. Breast milk is 50 percent fat and contains enriching nutrients for your infant's growing body. You can burn up to 500 calories a day and lose belly fat, according to Judith Reichman, M.D., of MSNBC.com.

Firming Loose Post-Pregnancy Skin on Tummy and Thighs

Step 2

Rub a skin firming cream around the tummy and thighs twice daily, such as Lamaze Post-Pregnancy Rejuvenating Cream or Nivea Body Skin Firming Moisturizer Q10 Plus.

Step 3

Perform 30 to 200 abdominal crunches daily. Do crunches on an exercise mat or the carpet with your knees bent, holding your baby in front of you for resistance and some special bonding time.

Step 4

Perform 30 to 90 lunges daily. Alternate legs, stepping back far enough that you can look down and see your big toe. Keep your chest up and stomach tight.

Step 5

Walk. Stride at a fast pace and push your baby in a jogging stroller to firm your tummy and thighs.

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