One of the conditions that most affects modern women is cellulite: a blemish that is difficult to combat and just as difficult to accept. Today’s society presents us with unattainable beauty standards, so women of all ages are constantly searching for remedies (more or less miraculous) for cellulite.
In reality, this blemish can and should be addressed both for purely aesthetic reasons and, above all, because of the health risk hidden behind this condition. Often, people with cellulite lead an irregular lifestyle. Just as often, people with cellulite have a healthy lifestyle but are predisposed to suffering from this condition.
Not everyone knows that footwear can help combat cellulite—not only shoes, but also insoles. There are specific insoles for cellulite that can help women prevent cellulite from worsening. Let’s find out everything you need to know about insoles for cellulite and shoes for cellulite.
Cellulite: what it is and its causes
Before analyzing the benefits and features of insoles for cellulite, let’s make an important clarification: what is cellulite? It is a condition that affects the subcutaneous adipose tissue and manifests itself through the classic irregularities along the skin’s surface. “Orange-peel” skin can develop due to certain factors;
- pregnancy;
- stress;
- overweight;
- obesity;
- genetic predisposition;
- medical conditions (such as diabetes);
- poor diet and unhealthy lifestyle;
- sedentary lifestyle:
- problems with microcirculation (including impaired blood or lymphatic circulation).
Poor circulation in the legs prevents the drainage of toxins. This triggers a process of tissue degeneration, leading to the formation of cellulite.
Cellulite and shoes: why are they connected?
Not everyone realizes that posture also affects the formation of cellulite. This depends, in fact, on how the foot bears weight. If the foot is placed incorrectly on the ground while walking, the blood will not be pumped upward adequately.
Choosing shoes with heels, shoes that are too tight, or generally uncomfortable footwear encourages women to adopt incorrect posture. This alters blood circulation and venous and lymphatic return from the lower limbs to the heart is impaired. The main consequence is the stagnation of lymphatic and blood fluids.
Choosing suitable footwear with a soft, anatomical insole allows the entire sole of the foot to bear weight correctly while walking, promoting blood flow. Heels, for example, prevent proper posture because they do not allow the foot to bear weight evenly. Consequently, wearing heeled shoes for long periods risks causing blood and lymphatic fluid to stagnate. The same applies to shoes that are too flat.
Footwear with insoles: a valid solution?
To avoid obstructing venous return and therefore worsening cellulite, it is possible to wear footwear with anatomical insoles made of gel or high-tech materials. These supports help maintain correct posture while walking and promote proper weight distribution across the sole. The plantar surface represents only 2% of our body, yet it supports the remaining 98% of it.
By choosing footwear with anatomical insoles, it is possible to pump blood upward adequately, reducing the risk of cellulite developing or worsening. Gelattto models adapt to both the winter and summer seasons: Gelato and Sole Mio for warmer days, Baci and Gelato Go for colder days or work. Woodstock, available with both an open and closed upper, is an extremely versatile product that can be used comfortably all year round.