S.symbol of femininity, the breast is one of the most important parts of a woman’s body, fundamental not only physically and aesthetically but also psychologically. Nevertheless, not always the right attention is given to it despite the fact that, like the whole body, the décolleté also undergoes the passing of time, changing not only in its internal composition but also in its position and shape. This is why taking care of it is essential both with good daily habits, for example having a correct posture is essential, and using specific creams and carrying out ad hoc exercises.
Breast as it changes over time
Over the course of life, for many reasons, the female breast suffers loss of volume and tone. To this are added two fundamental factors, the chrono-aging and photoaging. «The first is a natural process that slows down the functions of the skin. It is physiological aging and is based on both genetic predisposition and physical changes such as a decrease in collagen and elastin or a slowdown in cell renewal “explains the doctor. Paola Martinoni, breast specialist and founder of the Libellule Association. “To this we can also add external factors such as stress, an unbalanced diet, any diseases and smoking which aggravate the situation.
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Photoaging, on the other hand, is caused by prolonged exposure to the sun: the skin of this area is in fact thin and fragile, as in some areas of the face, and excessive exposure causes rapid deterioration and degeneration of the elastic fibers ». The first changes in the breast begin to be seen from the age of forty, when “the aging process slowly begins, the glandular tissue naturally present in the structure is replaced by fat which makes the décolleté less firm and softer ».
The importance of correct posture
But genetics and bad habits aside, a fundamental role is also played by correct posture: «A sagging breast is also the consequence of incorrect posture. Whoever arches his back when standing, who spends a lot of time sitting or leads a sedentary life, will see the breasts sag before the physiological process»Explains the expert.
How to run for cover to counteract the force of gravity? First of all, walk and sit with your back straightwith low shoulders and a tight neck, explains the expert who points out “Recent studies have shown that the size of the breasts beyond the second measure it increases the postural distortion patterns, such as an increase in the hump (hyper hyperosis) of the upper back and a greater curve of the lumbar spine that affects the nerves that cross the whole body: the weight of the breasts in fact changes the center of gravity of the body and overloads the back muscles “. Therefore, having a correct posture becomes fundamental.
Breast exercises range from strengthening lats and adductors
Correct exercises also become fundamental «In this case we will not have to work on the revolutionization of the breast but on the improvement of the posture itself” explains Paola Miretta, personal trainer. In other words, if for some areas of the body the exercises are designed to increase muscle mass, in this case it is not a question of size but of repositioning. “Incorrect positions cause kyphosis, lead to the breast closing in the rib cage, as if the trunk were bent on itself. So si must work on strength, starting to strengthen the shoulders and “re-teaching” the head and torso to have a correct position“.
Therefore, the strength exercises based more on increased load than on repetitions and with longer recovery times, working on triceps, lats, shoulder blade adductors which help to counterbalance the breasts posteriorly “Fundamental exercises such as push-ups, working with dumbbells but also on the incline bench, all this helps to strengthen the back and the pectoral muscles so as to support the breasts more”.
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