Taping the abdomen and sides for weight loss. Scheme, how to do it, photos, results

Taping was originally used in athletes to restore muscle tissue and relieve pain. Further, the effect of reducing fat deposits was noticed when using the method in the abdomen and sides.

There was no need to follow a diet, exercise, or take various dietary supplements. As a result of its ease of use and achievement of real results in weight loss, the method has gained popularity in the field of weight loss.

What is taping?

Taping is the use of special elastic adhesive tapes (can stretch up to 90% of the original state) to different parts of the body. Their use provides rest to the damaged muscle, which speeds up its recovery. But more often, tapes are used by athletes to prevent injuries/strains and in the field of weight loss for the purpose of weight loss.

Abdominal taping for weight loss: scheme, results, reviews

The tapes used in this method are represented by fabric strips of various widths, lengths and shapes (some have the appearance of a semicircle or cuts into several strips).

They include:

• cotton (90%). Hypoallergenic material that does not cause irritation;
• spandex (10%). Highly elastic fibers that provide the therapeutic effect of tape;
• gel coating . It is necessary for reliable fixation of the tape, even during water procedures.

This composition does not cause skin irritation during prolonged use and movement, and also does not provoke the development of allergic reactions. After gluing, the tape does not interfere with the “breathing” of the epidermis. Tapes are produced in a variety of colors, which do not affect the result, since there is no medicinal composition on the surface of the tape.

Additional recommendations

Taping will not be effective if a number of conditions are not met. To achieve results, it is recommended:

• establish proper nutrition;
• increase physical activity, exercise regularly;
• Be sure to include abdominal exercises and abdominal exercises in your training program;
• drink enough water;
• use scrubs and cosmetic wraps to lose belly fat;
• go for a vacuum massage or other procedures to correct your figure.

Abdominal taping is a fairly popular way to correct your figure in the waist area and solve the problem of diastasis. However, not all doctors approve of it, criticizing two main points. Firstly, there is no scientifically proven evidence that this procedure allows you to lose weight. Secondly, it often entails undesirable consequences, starting with an allergic rash under the tapes and ending with local circulatory disorders. So weigh the pros and cons in advance.

How do tapes work?

Taping of the abdomen (this method began to be used for weight loss quite recently), sides and other parts of the body is used for the purpose of:

• strengthening muscle tissue in the presence of stretching or sagging;
• reducing the amount of fat deposits;
• smoothing the skin in the presence of cellulite or stretch marks;
• in order to prevent the occurrence of these deviations.

After attaching the tape to the skin in this area, the following is noted:

• normalization of muscle activity. When muscle tissue is injured or sagging, tapes practically fix it, forcing it to function correctly;
• blood flow and lymph flow are activated. The tape, when attached to the skin, slightly tightens and lifts it, improving the permeability of the lymphatic system and blood vessels. Additionally, the tape provides a kind of “massage” at the attachment site, which also helps accelerate blood and lymph flow;
• swelling decreases. The decrease in the amount of fluid in the area where the tape is attached is due to increased lymph outflow and blood flow;
• if there is pain, it decreases , and there are no restrictions on movement. The action is due to the restoration of blood flow, as a result, a sufficient amount of substances is supplied to the damaged area to normalize tissue activity. Also, due to the acceleration of lymph flow, swelling is reduced, which compresses the nerve endings, causing pain;
• tissue restoration after injuries and resorption of hematomas are accelerated. Activated blood flow and lymph flow improve the supply of macrophages and nutrients, and also normalize the removal of dead cells;
• regulation of the activity of internal organs (when attached to the abdominal area) and nerve endings. Thanks to the normalization of muscle activity, the organs are in a natural position, which allows them to function normally. Clamping of nerve endings is also eliminated.

When the bands are applied and worn correctly, physical endurance increases, which allows you to improve athletic performance without the risk of injury. The effect is characterized by the elasticity of the tape, similar to the skin, so the tapes “take” part of the load on themselves.

Reviews about taping for weight loss and lymphatic drainage

Maria, 35 years old, Kargopol

The lymphatic drainage taping procedure was carried out in the salon, under the supervision of a specialist. Overall, I am pleased with the result, as the swelling has decreased and the skin has tightened. Perhaps now I’ll start using tapes on my own, since I’ve received the necessary recommendations.

Olga, 40 years old, Murmansk

First attempt to use tapes to reduce cellulite on the stomach. The result is insignificant. I think it was due to the fact that I did not seek help, but carried out the procedure on my own.

Tags: health, Excess weight, taping

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Why do people lose weight with tapes?

The use of tapes in weight loss is based on their ability to activate blood supply and lymph outflow.

Excess fluid is eliminated from the area where the tape is applied, and metabolism is also accelerated, which allows the breakdown of fat deposits to be activated. Additionally, tapes restore the elasticity of the skin, eliminating stretch marks and cellulite, and also tighten sagging skin.

When using tapes during physical activity, the endurance of weak muscle areas increases, which makes it possible to increase the activity of movements during sports, which also helps to reduce weight.

The important thing is that there are no specialized weight loss bands. To reduce weight, standard tapes used in sports are used. If physical activity is used during the taping period and a gentle diet is followed, the fat burning process will accelerate.

Additionally, for faster weight loss, it is recommended to combine tapes with:

• massages (lymphatic drainage or vacuum);
• ultrasound and shock wave procedures;
• warming up.

The bands can be used when visiting the pool; they will also speed up the fat burning process. Before using tapes for weight loss, you need to familiarize yourself with their advantages and disadvantages.

When purchasing tapes, it is important to pay attention to the country of manufacture. According to patient reviews, Chinese tapes adhere worse to the skin and “fall off” before the time stated on the packaging.

Contraindications

Abdominal taping for weight loss is allowed to be used after eliminating the presence of contraindications to the procedure:

• an allergic reaction to the composition of the tapes, which can be expressed by increased swelling, itching and rashes;
• presence of diabetes mellitus;
• increased blood clotting. Accelerating blood flow can cause a blood clot to form;
• pathologies of the heart and blood vessels. Due to increased blood flow, the condition may worsen;
• diseases of the urinary system;
• violation of the integrity of the skin at the site of tape attachment. The tape does not provide sterility. And if an infection occurs, the wounds may fester;
• the presence of tumor formations, both malignant and benign. Activation of lymph flow and blood flow can cause a worsening of the disease;
• increased body temperature. The tape may contribute to an increase in temperature;
• infectious diseases. Activating lymph flow and blood flow will accelerate the spread of infection throughout the body;
• muscle pain of unknown nature;
• thin skin. When removing the tape, the integrity may be compromised;
• age up to 18 years and after 60 years.

For dermatological diseases, consultation with a dermatologist is required. During the period of bearing a child, especially in the 1st trimester, taping is carried out only with the permission of the gynecologist leading the pregnancy. The tape has a weak massage effect, so when attaching the tape to the abdominal area, the tone of the uterus may increase.

Methods for treating diastasis

One of the recommended methods to combat the problem is surgery. The abdominal muscles will not tighten on their own; you can help them with this surgically. However, this method of removing diastasis is radical and is used in exceptional and advanced cases.

Most often, to eliminate discrepancies in the abdominal muscles, they resort to physical exercises and breathing practice. The recovery period can take from six months to a year, depending on the degree of diastasis. There are three of them, each of which is characterized by its own distance between the rectus muscles.

• Stage I - 3-7 cm
• Stage II - 7-10 cm
• Stage III - more than 10 cm

Another way to remove belly fat is taping. The essence of the method comes down to applying special adhesive tapes according to the required patterns. Taping of the rectus muscles is used in combination with physical therapy and, in case of diastasis, helps to quickly solve the problem. Reviews from those who have already tried this method indicate its high effectiveness.

Schemes for taping the abdomen and sides

The abdomen and sides are a “favorite” place for fat deposits, so taping for weight loss is more often used for these areas. There are several techniques for gluing tapes.

It is recommended to carry out the procedures for attaching the tape in the following sequence:

• Activation of lymph outflow.
• Strengthening muscle tissue.
• Increased skin elasticity.
• Acceleration of metabolism.
• Normalization of intestinal activity.
• Reducing the waist and sides.

Popular methods of attaching tapes are discussed below.

Visceral technique

With the visceral method, the tape is applied in a spiral from the navel or in the form of rays of the sun also coming from the navel.

This fastening allows you to achieve the following effects on tissues and organs:

• when used correctly, fat cells are burned at the site where the tape is attached;
• in this area there is a biologically active point responsible for appetite. Under the influence of tapes, the feeling of hunger decreases;
• lymph outflow is activated;
• muscles are strengthened and loose skin is eliminated;
• the internal organs are fixed in the correct position, which normalizes the activity of the digestive tract, including the intestines. As a result, additional natural weight loss occurs due to a decrease in the formation of fatty deposits;
• A small massage is performed with tapes, which allows you to restore elasticity to the skin.

The visceral technique allows you to lose up to 5 kg of weight per course.

This technique is recommended for people who suffer from displacement of internal organs. Tapes allow you to return them to the desired position and fix them while the tape is worn. After completing the course, muscle tone is restored, which allows you to keep the organs in their natural position. Additionally, it is recommended to use a therapeutic bandage.

Lymphatic drainage technique

With the lymphatic drainage method, you need to cut the tape into 3-4 strips (not completely). Next, the tape is attached just above the navel on each side, in cut strips (they need to be attached in waves) to the lower abdomen. This allows you to activate the flow of lymph.

As a result, it is noted:

• acceleration of the removal of toxins and waste from the body;
• reducing swelling by activating fluid removal;
• cell regeneration is normalized;
• blood flow improves.

This method allows you to reduce your waist size by up to 3 cm in one course. The method is recommended for people with cellulite, increased swelling, and overweight.

Frame technique

With this method, tapes are applied to the abdominal area in the form of a kind of frame (the shape resembles an unfinished star or two crosses).

Taping allows you to lift the diaphragm, which helps normalize blood circulation and reduce swelling in the lower extremities.

This gluing allows you to achieve the following results:

• the size of the abdomen and waist decreases;
• the activity of the digestive organs is normalized;
• the elasticity of the skin is restored;
• accelerates the removal of toxins from the body;
• The tone of the abdominal muscles is restored, which allows you to further tighten your stomach.

Operating principle

When the tapes are properly fixed, taping works simultaneously in three directions:

1. Lifts the skin, affecting tissues and reducing pressure in the intercellular space. Against this background, the circulation of lymph and blood increases.
2. Helps eliminate adhesions in connective tissue, as the skin stretches and contracts during exercise.
3. Changes the direction of fluid movement throughout the body to the desired one, since the tape contracts during wear.

After taping, the process of continuous drainage of problem areas begins. To enhance the effect, the technique can be combined with other manipulations, including:

• warming up;
• vacuum massage;
• ultrasonic exposure;
• shock wave therapy;
• manual lymphatic drainage massage.

Thanks to the effect of the tapes on the lymphatic system, excess fluid is gradually removed from the body, swelling disappears, oxygen supply to tissues is enhanced (by improving blood circulation) and the fat burning process is accelerated.

Application of kinesio tapes

Taping for the purpose of losing weight is carried out in stages, similar to methods for sports use, regardless of the attachment area (on the sides or stomach).

Preparation

The preparation procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Examine the skin for damage (scratches, abrasions, pustules).
2. It is necessary to remove hair from the area where the tapes will be glued.
3. The skin should be clean and dry.
4. Before gluing, it is necessary to degrease the epidermis with a cotton pad soaked in alcohol.

Initially, it is recommended to secure only 1 tape for 24 hours to prevent the development of an allergic reaction. If you are not allergic, you can begin gluing the tape using the chosen method.

Pasting

Before gluing, you need to decide in advance on the method of placing the tapes. The shape of the tape depends on this. It is often recommended to buy wide ribbons, as they can be cut to the desired width and given the desired shape.

Next, the gluing process must be carried out in compliance with the following points:

1. You need to hold the tape in your hand so that it warms up and becomes more elastic.
2. It is advisable to round the edge of the tape, this will reduce the likelihood of the sharp edge of the tape adhering to clothing, followed by its peeling off.
3. The paper base must be removed from the tape (not completely).
4. Attach the end of the tape without applying tension.
5. Gradually remove the paper base and glue the tape without strong tension. It is important not to allow the formation of folds, as they will reduce the effectiveness of the procedure and can provoke the development of irritation.
6. The end of the tape is also fixed without tension.
7. The ends of the tapes should only be attached to the skin and not to another tape.

Upon completion of the procedure, run your hand over the tape to eliminate wrinkles and air bubbles. A check for discomfort is also carried out (the tape should not hinder movement). The gluing procedure can be performed both in a lying and standing position. This does not reduce the effectiveness of the method.

Wearing rules

Tapes can be worn around the clock for 5 days. After this, a break of 48 hours is required. During this period, the skin rests and recovers from prolonged tension. After gluing the tape to the skin, physical activity is allowed after 30 minutes. After taking water procedures, tapes should be carefully blotted with a towel, without rubbing.

If the tape “falls off” before 5 days, it is necessary to replace the tape. If only the edge comes off (no more than 2 cm), then it can be cut off; the tape is not removed. The total period of constant wearing should not exceed 5 days.

Removal

The procedure for removing tape from the skin is carried out sequentially:

1. The tape (it must be dry) needs to be soaked with a special compound and left for 10 minutes. If the tape does not detach well from the skin, you need to wait another 5 minutes.
2. Unfasten the tape from the skin at an angle of 20-30 degrees with smooth movements. During removal, the tape is rolled into a roll so that it does not re-attach to the skin.
3. Rinse and dry skin.
4. To improve the condition of the epidermis, it must be lubricated with a nourishing or moisturizing cream.

Reused tape is prohibited from being used, as it has lost its elasticity and good adhesion to the skin.

Is it possible to glue tapes yourself?

Taping at home is allowed, but not recommended. When using tapes for weight loss, methods are used where only long tapes are used. This makes it difficult to apply the tape correctly on your own without creating wrinkles or air bubbles.

If you choose to carry out taping yourself, then before carrying out the procedures you will need to attend specialized training courses (not videos on the Internet) on the rules for applying and removing tapes. And also get advice from a therapist in order to exclude the presence of contraindications.

If the tapes are applied incorrectly, swelling, irritation and lack of results may develop.

Overview of tape tapes, prices and features of choice

Taping the abdomen for weight loss is done with special tapes, that is, tapes used for the neck, arms or shoulders are not suitable in width and length. Also, when choosing a product, you should pay attention to the country of manufacture.

When choosing tapes, you need to pay attention to the following nuances:

1. Release form. Rolls are easy to use, since you can measure the desired length yourself, so this form is considered a budget option. Frame strips are easy to use, but not economical. Medicinal products are used for hypersensitive skin.
2. Product width. The wide tape can be scored or cut as desired.
3. Color. It does not affect the quality of the method. But color is believed to influence mood (frequently used colors are discussed below). Beige is neutral and invisible under clothes. Blue has a calming effect on a psychological level. Red improves tone and gives energy, also on a psychological level. Black is more often in demand among the male population, it does not easily stain. With a drawing it is used in both children's and adult therapy.
4. Composition of the tape. It is recommended to give preference to hypoallergenic materials (mainly cotton).
5. Pay attention to the description of the adhesive ability (soft, moderate or enhanced).
6. The paper must have the company logo and yardage markings.

Also, when choosing a tape on the site, you need to pay attention to the available reviews. If you have only positive information and low prices, it is not recommended to make a purchase. Otherwise you will get a fake.

Taping in the classic version is used to eliminate pain from muscle tissue damage and increase physical endurance. When using tapes on the abdomen and sides, a decrease in body fat and cellulite are observed. Tapes should be used for at least a month to achieve results when used for weight loss.