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How do I Lose Weight Over the Knees?

Different body types carry excess weight in different places. Many people carry excess weight in their legs, right above the knees. Even though there is no such thing as spot reduction, there are steps you can take to help eliminate excess fat and strengthen muscles to help with overall weight loss while toning certain body parts.

  1. Diet

    • Consume a diet that is low in fat and sugar and high in protein, fruits and vegetables. When preparing protein, choose cooking methods like steaming, grilling and broiling instead of frying, and replace white foods like pasta and bread with whole wheat and grain varieties. Aim for three to four servings each of fresh fruit and vegetables per day.

    Do Cardio

    • Try to get in at least three 20-minute sessions of cardiovascular exercise a week. This will help to stimulate weight loss. Walking uphill, bike riding, jumping rope and using machines like the elliptical trainer are great cardio exercises that also help to strengthen leg muscles.

    Strength Train

    • Aim for three 20-minute sessions of strength training a week. Choose exercises that will tone your thigh area like squats and lunges. Keep the weight you use light, so that you tighten and tone, rather than bulk up.

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