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How to Get Rid of Cellulite with Strength Training?
By Fanka Editor Stephanie Gomez | Nov 21th, 2025 | 5 Min Read
By Fanka Editor Stephanie Gomez | Nov 21th, 2025 | 5 Min Read
Do you ever hesitate to wear shorts or leggings because of the cellulite on the back of your thighs?
You’re not alone. About 80–90% of women have cellulite. It’s completely normal, and it doesn’t define
your health or beauty.
The best part? It’s something you can improve.
In this article, I’ll explain what cellulite is, what causes it, and how exercise with Fanka
Body Sculpt Leggings can help.
They tone your thighs during workouts and give them a smooth, flattering look as you wear them, while
providing support with every move.
What Is Cellulite and What Causes It?
Cellulite is that dimpled texture that usually shows up on thighs and glutes. It happens when fat cells
push against the connective tissue under the skin.
And here’s the thing, it has very little to do with weight or fitness level. Even very slim or athletic
women can have cellulite, and genetics play a major role.
Here’s what you should know:
- Super common: 80–90% of women have it. You are far from alone.
- Structural by nature: It’s all about how fat cells and connective tissue interact under the skin.
- Circulation matters: Slower blood flow can make cellulite more noticeable.
- Age & skin: As we age, collagen slows and skin thins, which can make cellulite more visible.
Key takeaway: Cellulite is a natural part of how many women’s bodies look. It’s not a flaw or something
that needs to be “fixed.”
How to Get Rid of Cellulite?
Even though cellulite is normal, it’s natural if you still don’t love seeing it on your body. That’s
perfectly okay.
Here’s my favorite combo: exercise, Fanka
Body Sculpt Leggings, and a little self-massage.
1. Exercise (most effective):
Strength training tones muscles and improves skin structure, helping reduce the look of cellulite (source).
Strength training tones muscles and improves skin structure, helping reduce the look of cellulite (source).
2. Best Leggings for Cellulite (instant result):
Fanka Body Sculpt Leggings are designed with Powerlift™ technology and 3D-printed compression lines to give targeted support on your bum and thighs where cellulite often appears. They create a smooth, flattering look instantly, lift and shape your glutes, and help tone your thighs. The gentle compression also supports your muscles as you move, so you feel confident, strong, and comfortable during every workout.
Fanka Body Sculpt Leggings are designed with Powerlift™ technology and 3D-printed compression lines to give targeted support on your bum and thighs where cellulite often appears. They create a smooth, flattering look instantly, lift and shape your glutes, and help tone your thighs. The gentle compression also supports your muscles as you move, so you feel confident, strong, and comfortable during every workout.
3. Massage:
Helps improve circulation and can temporarily smooth the skin.
Helps improve circulation and can temporarily smooth the skin.
Combining these three approaches — especially regular exercise — creates the perfect routine to feel
confident, strong, and beautifully supported.
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4 Best Exercises to Reduce Cellulite
Want to smooth and firm the back of your thighs? These moves will wake up your muscles, improve
circulation, and tighten your skin from the inside out. Wearing Fanka
Leggings during these exercises
can help maximize performance and results.
1. Foam Roll Massage to Activate Your Hamstrings
- Sit with one leg on the foam roller, the other bent for support
- Roll slowly from glutes to knees, side to side
- Apply enough pressure to feel your hamstrings working—this helps release tight fascia and break up fat pockets
- 1–2 minutes per leg · 2 rounds
2. Lunges
- Step forward, lower both knees to 90°
- Keep front knee above ankle
- 12–15 reps per leg · 3 sets
3. Donkey Kicks
- On all fours, lift one leg and push your heel toward the ceiling
- Squeeze your glutes at the top of each rep
- 15 reps per side · 3 sets
4. Burpees
- Squat down → plank → push-up → jump up
- A full-body move that firms the skin and improves circulation
- 10–12 reps · 3 sets
Embrace Movement, Embrace Yourself
Cellulite is totally normal—but if you want to change it, moving your body consistently is the best
way.
Think of it as loving yourself, not hiding under clothes. Get moving, feel vibrant, and take small
steps
that build confidence and strength every day.
Not sure where to start? Check out
How I Discovered My Passion for Fitness in My 40s—And You
Can
Too
for some real inspiration.
Want to see how exercise can also benefit your skin? Take a look at
Can Back Exercises Help Reduce Wrinkles?
Tried any of these tips, or want to share your own journey? Drop a comment below or share this with a
friend who needs a little motivation today!
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6 Kommentare
I am now committed to wearing my Fanka leggings when I travel. The compression is great for long car rides. I’m looking forward to wearing them for my flights and train rides too.
I love this type of articles! I’ve never seen any other brands do similar things. I feel heard and definitely going to try the exercise with my leggings.
Anyone tried this? How does it feel???
Wow, these leggings look so comfortable and stretchy! I really want to try them!
Didn’t expect this, but my cellulite doesn’t show in these at all. Finally leggings I can wear without overthinking. 😍