One of the conditions that most affects modern women is cellulite: a cosmetic issue that is as difficult to fight as it is to accept. Today’s society presents us with unattainable beauty standards: women of all ages are therefore constantly searching for remedies (more or less miraculous) against cellulite.
In reality, this cosmetic issue can and should be addressed not only for purely aesthetic reasons but also, and especially, because of the health risks hidden behind this condition. Often, those with cellulite lead an irregular lifestyle. Likewise, many who have cellulite live a healthy lifestyle but are predisposed to suffer 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 the worsening of cellulite. Let’s discover everything you need to know about insoles for cellulite and shoes against cellulite.
Cellulite: what it is and causes
Before analyzing the benefits and features of insoles for cellulite, let’s make an important premise: what is cellulite? It is a condition that affects the subcutaneous fat tissue and manifests through the classic irregularities on the skin’s surface. “Orange peel” skin can develop due to certain factors;
- pregnancy;
- stress;
- overweight;
- obesity;
- genetic predisposition;
- pathologies (such as diabetes);
- poor diet and lifestyle;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- issues with microcirculation (including altered blood or lymphatic circulation).
Poor circulation in the legs prevents the drainage of toxins. This triggers a process of tissue degeneration, which leads to the formation of cellulite.
Cellulite and shoes: why are they connected?
Not everyone realizes that posture also influences the formation of cellulite. This depends on how the foot is placed. If the foot is poorly positioned on the ground while walking, the blood will not be properly pumped upward.
Choosing shoes with heels, that are too tight, or generally uncomfortable pushes women to adopt incorrect posture. This alters blood circulation and compromises venous and lymphatic return from the lower limbs to the heart. The main consequence is the stagnation of lymphatic and blood fluids.
Choosing appropriate footwear with a soft and anatomical insole allows for a correct placement of the entire sole of the foot during walking, promoting blood flow. Heels, for example, prevent adopting a proper posture because they do not allow balanced foot support. Consequently, wearing high-heeled shoes for long periods risks blood and lymphatic fluid stagnation. The same applies to shoes that are too flat.
Shoes with insoles: a valid solution?
To avoid hindering venous return and thus worsening cellulite, it is possible to wear shoes with anatomical insoles made of gel or technological materials. These supports help maintain correct posture while walking, promoting proper foot support. The plantar surface represents only 2% of our body, yet it supports the remaining 98% of our weight.
By choosing shoes with anatomical insoles, it is possible to properly pump blood upward, reducing the risk of cellulite formation and worsening. Gelattto models adapt to both winter and summer seasons: Gelato and Sole Mio for warmer days, Baci and Gelato Go for colder days or work. Woodstock, available with both open and closed uppers, is an extremely versatile product that can be comfortably used all year round.