Craving a curvy figure for your big day? Take a page out of Kim Kardashian and Nicki Minaj’s handbooks and give waist training a try. Ruben Soto, CEO and founder of HourglassAngel.com tells Today’s Bride about this newest shaping craze.
What Is A Waist Trainer?
It is an item that when worn over time and combined with exercise and healthy eating, can provide a solution to waist reduction. Wearing a waist trainer will give you that immediate slimming look. The science behind modern waist training is similar to sauna suits, which athletes use to sweat off extra water weight. The latex in the cinchers boosts your core temperature and increases your perspiration. If you are dedicated to the process, the promise is that users can achieve a slimmer look and even improve their posture.
What Are The Risks?
There are a couple of risks. Purchasing shapewear that is too tight can be restrictive and cause pain or difficulty in breathing normally. The suppliers tell their customers to purchase shapewear based on their comprehensive size charts. Another risk is latex allergies, which, depending on the severity of the allergy, can cause rashes.
Do They Really Work?
Results depend on a person’s waist-training regimen, including exercise, diet and the quality of the waist trainer. Some people see results in only a few weeks, while others see results after two to three months of use. There are many options available, so it’s important to research which waist trainer style is best for you and your goals.
What You Need to Know
- Follow the size chart to buy the correct size. This will ensure the waist trainer isn’t too tight.
- Start out slowly and work your way up, wearing the trainer only a few hours at a time every day.
- Be dedicated. The most impressive results come from waist training daily for a few months.
- Workout your core muscles with some trainers designed specifically for exercising.
- Eat nutritious food in small portions. With the help of your trainer, you’ll become fuller faster.
- Listen to your body. If you feel uncomfortable, take the trainer off.
Originally published in Today’s Bride magazine, Spring/Summer 2016.
