5 People Who Should Not Use A Waist Trainer
Hourglass core trainers & waist training may be one of the world’s most popular weight loss methods but it is does not mean to say it is suitable for everyone. Multiple factors concerning your age, medical history, and your lifestyle all contribute to whether or not the regimen is the right fit for you. When in doubt, it is best to assess with your physician before starting your own routine so you know your healthy limits, and can move forward confidently and safely.
Some individuals who we do not recommend to start waist training are including, but not limited to:
1) Kids and individuals under the age of 21
When talking about waist training in children or young adults, we must remind ourselves of the challenges this routine demands on the body and consider if they are physically ready to take these on.
Progressively tightening of the undergarment causes the internal organs and two bottom-most ribs to safely pull inwards, rearranging themselves to fit into the much narrower space provided. While this is perfectly harmless to healthy adults, it may not be the case for the growing body.
When we are young, our skeletal system is primarily made up of cartilage, an elastic connective tissue. This is to ensure our bodies stretch out and grow strong enough to endure adulthood. The process carries on until we are 21 years old, this is when our cartilage fully turns into bone and are then robust enough to take on any form of modification we desire. Because of this, we highly recommend waiting until the age of 21 to start a waist training routine so as not to disrupt your body’s natural development.
This also applies to people who are heavy smokers or extremely unfit.
2) Senior citizens
Similar to health concerns in young adults, our bones may not be of the best condition when we age, since they grow brittle and frail with time – most especially if we do not keep an active lifestyle. This of course does not apply to all senior citizens within the community.
You may still be suitable to train your waist (as per your physician’s recommendation) even if you are over the age of 60, if you have done the following:
- Consistently perform muscle moving and bone strengthening exercises that promote flexibility and mobility.
- Religiously consume a colorful diet, packed with nutrients, protein, and fiber.
- Have waist trained in the past, or are still continuing to do so but at a slow and steady schedule.
3) Expectant mothers
In all stages of pregnancy (pre-conception, during pregnancy, and postpartum), it is most important to prioritize both the mother’s health and the baby’s wellbeing. Since this weight loss practice targets all its compression on the abdominal region, waist training may do more harm than good during this stage in a woman’s life.
While training your waist has no negative effect on your ability to conceive children, it is discouraged the moment you find you are with child, even if it is early on in the pregnancy. The reason behind this is that constricting a mother’s abdominal area directly narrows her womb - where the baby is intended to grow. With a waist trainer on, the fetus will have much less breathing space to develop properly and may end up in distress when exposed to this environment.
Expectant mothers who are looking into using compression bands to support their back and posture may opt for maternity shapewear instead as these were specifically designed to give the belly enough breathing room for expansion. These come in various types to suit your needs such as bands, panties, tops, and more.
4) Mothers who have just given birth
Saying that a mother’s body goes through a lot when carrying and giving birth to a baby is still quite an understatement. As the fetus grows, her organs actually rearrange themselves to accommodate the change and then try to move back in place once the baby is out – all this while nurturing new life. The body needs enough time to naturally heal postpartum and it is most recommended to give it at least six full weeks to do so, without adding any more stress or external modifications.
After the initial six week wait, the body will still continue to readjust but could use a little help. With approval from their physician, new mothers may utilize waist trainers to help reduce any swelling, bring their organs back into position, and aid in healing the wound around the abdominal wall.
5) Individuals with pre-existing medical conditions relating to the digestive, skeletal, or respiratory system
To clarify, a waist trainer is generally safe to use even with the presence of medical conditions. In fact, many individuals suffering from scoliosis use them as a way to support their spine and ease the pain. A number of people with asthma have also utilized the waist trainer with little to no problems. However, if you do have certain health issues regarding your digestive, skeletal, or respiratory system, it is a must to ask your doctors first if this regimen is suitable for you.
The constriction that the bands apply to the torso may be harmful to those who have any difficulty breathing, have broken bones or bone deficiency, have digestive diseases, and the like. Consistently implementing a waist training routine has a substantial chance at intensifying any symptoms and making the condition worse. But after a physical assessment and a go signal from your physician, you should have nothing to worry about.
If you are suitable to use a waist trainer, we recommend checking these out:
Latex Waist Trainer: Perfect for both everyday use and to wear at the gym. Very flexible and best for beginners easing into a routine.
Gym Waist Trainer: Designed with thermal material that helps you sweat more. Built to support both your core and back while performing various exercises.
Classic Waist Trainer: Best for those with already some experience waist training. Provides the most compression out of all three trainers.
Conclusion
Founded in early 2016, Hourglass Waist has quickly taken over the Australian market for high-quality waist trainers, booty enhancers and shapewear! Hourglass Waist had one simple goal, to make women healthier, happier and confident. Through the power of their self-care tools such as the gym waist trainer, women across the country are finding their natural curve and achieving fitness goals they never thought were possible.
Waist trainers can help with both short and long-term goals, burning away calories and fat around the waist, hips, thighs and tummy. After just one month of regular waist training, users will be more toned across the body, helping to feel more confident and happy. In the short term, corset trainers will help to smooth out unwanted areas of fat, helping you look your best during big occasions or events.
The team at Hourglass Waist, lead by the founder Amber, believes in providing the right waist training tools and education to women across Australia. Amber, along with her team at Hourglass Waist are ex personal trainers who understand the ins and outs of waist training, burning calories and eating the correct diet. With 6 different styles of waist trainers, Hourglass Waist has a corset for every woman, no matter their waist trainer size.
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Hannah - Manager at Hourglass Hannah is a certified personal trainer based in Australia. Since 2017 she has inspired women across the nation through honest & educational content. Her dietary and fitness expertise are trusted across the fitness community. |