Getting your body into the shape you have always desired can be a tricky process. The stress of having a breast reduction and the aftermath may have made this a bit harder for you.
After having a procedure such as a breast reduction, your body is put through a lot of changes. Not only are you getting used to your new shape, but you might also even be one step closer to the body you have always wanted.
Although, there is also a chance that during the recovery period, you may have put on some weight. If this is something that is troubling you, then we are here to help you.
In this guide, we are going to walk you through what you can do to lose belly fat safely after having a breast reduction.
What Is Breast Reduction?
Before we go through how to lose belly fat, it is important that you understand what breast reduction is.
Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that helps women who are unhappy with their breasts, due to the shape, size, weight, and droop of their breasts. This surgical procedure involves making the breast smaller and usually look more lifted.
Breast reductions can be done because of appearance and for health reasons. Health reasons for having a breast reduction include back and shoulder pain, irritation to the skin such as rashes, obstructing the ability to take part in sports, and psychological distress.
The surgical procedure of having a breast reduction often includes moving the nipple to a new area, removing any excess fat in the breast, and reshaping the tissue.
In terms of recovery, it could take anywhere from 2 weeks to 6 weeks to fully recover. During the first few weeks, it is likely that those who have had a breast reduction will need to rest as much as possible, this includes taking time off work and reducing exercise.
This is important to be aware of, as people who take longer to recover might be at risk of gaining some weight.
Do You Lose Weight After A Breast Reduction?
Since a breast reduction involves removing excess fat from your breasts and removing tissue, immediately after having a breast reduction you will have lost weight. However, having a breast reduction doesn’t mean you continue losing weight.
The good news is that it will look as though you have lost weight. Women who have larger breasts that are not proportionate to their bodies will often look as though they weigh more than they do.
So, after having a breast reduction most women’s bodies are more proportionate, making them look as though they have lost weight.
How To Lose Belly Fat After Breast Reduction
After having a breast reduction, most people feel closer to their desired body. However, there might still be things that many want to change. One of the most common areas people want to lose fat from is their belly.
Belly fat can be one of the harder places on the body to burn fat from. However, it is not impossible to lose fat in this area. We are going to walk you through some options on how to lose belly fat after a breast reduction.
These options will involve surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Diet
What you eat has the biggest impact on being able to lose belly fat or not. Our diets reflect how we treat our bodies. It is important that when we refer to diet, you understand we do not mean drastic dieting.
Instead, when we talk about our diet, we mean the foods we consume and how they can be improved.
One way to lose belly fat is to have a healthier diet. This means eating a diet that is high in proteins. A good tip for being able to lose belly fat by changing your diet is to avoid eating trans fats and sugary foods.
It is important that you have a balanced diet but include more fresh produce and fewer carbohydrates.
Changing your diet after a breast reduction also helps to decrease the chances of your body building up excess fat in your breast, making them bigger.
Exercise
Another great way to lose belly fat is to exercise. However, after a breast reduction, it is important that you exercise carefully, to avoid causing problems with your recovery.
When it comes to losing belly fat, one of the best methods is to do more cardio. However, depending on your stage of recovery this might not be entirely possible. Although, during your recovery, you do not have to completely rule out exercise.
After a breast reduction, it is important that you exercise by walking around.
As you continue to recover, these walks can increase in terms of intensity. However, it is vital that you do not go running or jogging, as the movement can cause problems with your recovery. With this in mind, avoid lifting weights.
One thing to try is doing abdominal exercises. This can help you build muscle in this area and lose small amounts of fat.
Cosmetic Procedures
If you do not feel comfortable with changing your diet and exercising, or you have tried these methods and are not seeing results, then there are also cosmetic procedures you can undergo to lose belly fat.
A common cosmetic procedure to get rid of belly fat is Liposuction. Liposuction involves surgically removing belly fat from the body through small incisions. This is a procedure that has clearer results compared to non-invasive procedures.
There are also alternatives to Liposuction, such as non-invasive procedures like CoolSculpting.
Final Thoughts
Getting rid of belly fat can be quite difficult. This difficulty is only increased after you have had a breast reduction. However, by changing your diet and exercising, it is possible to slowly lose some of that belly fat.
In cases, where losing belly fat feels impossible, there are a number of cosmetic procedures available.
Hopefully, this guide has helped you figure out how to lose belly fat after a breast reduction. Please share this guide with others it might benefit. Thank you for reading!
