You And Stretch Marks
The idea of having stretch marks can get to anyone. Many people associate them with being pregnant, but stretch marks can also be caused by weightlifting, weight gain and sometimes puberty, things that can cause the skin to stretch more quickly than it is able to naturally.
If you already have them you are plausibly looking for a way to remove stretch marks. While removing them altogether is hard unless you undergo surgery, it is possible to reduce their appearance.
A variety of skin treatments can help reduce the appearance, like micro dermabrasion or laser therapy. Some turn to more invasive surgeries like a abdominoplasty, which is more common after losing weight or giving birth. But there are less aggressive treatments too, the most common of which is using something like Palmer’s stretch mark cream. The main thing to remember when using a stretch mark cream is that it must be applied every single day for a a few months for it to help.
Stretch marks can be especially tough during pregnancy because so many changes are already happing with the body. Gaining weight itself can be tough for many women and there is of course the stress of losing that pregnancy weight quickly after as well. Despite that it is important to gain the appropriate amount of weight for the health of the baby. Women who don’t gain enough weight have a higher risk of having an underweight or premature baby. But gaining too much weight can cause other health issues like high blood pressure, vericose veins and backaches. It can also cause a greater probability of getting stretch marks, and creating more difficulty losing the extra weight after the baby is born.
If you are afraid of developing stretch marks, whether during maternity or before starting a weightlifting routine, your best defense is prevention. It’s best to prepare and use a good stretch mark cream to prevent stretch marks during pregnancy. Preventing them from forming is more effective than attempting to get rid of them after they have already developed.
DISCLAIMER: I hope this helps, but please note that I am not a doctor so you should consult with your physician before taking any medical advice from the Web.