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Winning the Battle Against Cellulite

How Can You Get Rid of Cellulite for Good?

By Amy Carey

Having a "healthy eating" partner helps, too. Chris Viteznik, a mother of two in Jersey City, N.J., says, "Having a partner is very helpful. It is tough to go it alone. The support and accountability – and just the camaraderie – of others in the same situation are invaluable." She also thinks planning is a good way to watch what you eat.

Ricciardi agrees. "Prepare meals ahead of time," he says. "Carry a meal replacement shake or bar when you're on the go. Remove all junk food from the house."

Being prepared might be the hardest part – and can be your downfall. "It takes time, attention and organization" to eat a healthy diet, Viteznik says. "When you are just starting out, [you'll use] any excuse to procrastinate!" Anticipate that changing your eating habits is going to be an uphill climb and line up your support system, whether you join a weight loss program, pick a friend or enlist a spouse.

Don't forget that simply laying off the peanut brittle this New Year won't melt away the fat behind those jiggling thighs. Exercise plays an important role, too. Ricciardi suggests that "cardio work could include the treadmill, stair stepper or elliptical trainer." Do this type of work "for at least 30 minutes a day, building up to 60 minutes a day, four times a week." You also can try exercise videos that get you moving or a class where you have the support of other women who are trying to get fit.

"I am absolutely not self disciplined enough to do a video at home," Hansen says. "I have had a few videos over the years, and they ended up in a garage sale." Figure out the type of exercise program that fits your lifestyle and avoid those that make you uncomfortable. You're not likely to continue dragging yourself to a Tae Bo class if you can't keep up ith the instructor or hate exercising in front of others.

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