How to Get Rid of Thigh Saddlebags

Saddlebags are fatty deposits on the thigh and buttocks area of both men and women. These bulges can be caused by genetics, lack of exercise and an over-consumption of fat and calories. Saddlebags not only make a pair of pants seem tighter, but the buildup of fat layers also can be detrimental to one's health. There are ways to reduce the appearance of saddlebags to help a person look and feel more fit and trim.

Things You'll Need

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Instructions

  1. Health and Diet

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      Drink at least 64 ounces of water daily. According to Mayo Clinic, drinking eight, 8 ounce glasses of water a day is a simple way to remember the amount to be consumed by an adult male or female. This number should be increased if a person is exercising or works in a job that requires physical labor.

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      Consume more lean meats. These meats, such as chicken and fish, contain protein that can help the body burn fat more effectively, including fat around the thighs and buttocks.

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      Add at least 30 minutes of regular physical activity to your everyday routine. A person could take a brisk walk or head to the gym for a 30 minute swim. According to Mayo Clinic, these workouts can be split into three, 10-minute sessions if the person does not have time for a 30-minute workout.

    Chair Kick

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      Stand 2 feet behind a chair. A kitchen chair that is either mid or high back can be used, depending upon how high you can kick your leg.

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      Make your two hands into fists and place them below your chin. Keep your arms tucked into your body and bend your knees slightly.

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      Bend the right knee slightly and place the right on the floor next to the back of the chair. In one motion, make an arc across the back of the chair until the right leg lands on the left side of the chair.

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      Repeat on the left leg. Continue to perform this for 15 to 20 kicks with each leg.