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Forget coolscultping! An optimal diet with real exercise will get you better results!
I posted my coolsculpting results a few years back, and I still stand by the title of my review, "Works, but don't expect miracles." The first time I saw the most results (see first 2 pictures), but all the subsequent times I went, I saw little results. And although it works, I am not sure the value is really there for what you get.
That is why I am back on here to tell all of you that you should reconsider spending all this money on something that will give you minimal results, and instead focus on something that will surely give you better results, albeit it will take more work to get there. I am talking about diet and exercise!
Now, I know many of you will say that you exercise regularly and there is just that pooch you can't get rid of.... I know what you are saying because I used to say the same thing! And I really did workout a lot, regularly lifted weights, did a lot of cardio (including running many half and a full marathon!), and I ate healthy. But, unless you are a guy under 10% bodyfat or lady under 15%, that "pooch" is just excess fat that you can lose on your own. And 30 mins on the elliptical is not the way you will lose it!
Look at the last picture I sent. My dreaded love handles have almost disappeared! The thing I spent thousands on trying to remove I finally did it on my own. How? Through "leangains" type of diet and exercise -- lifting heavy weights three times a week, reducing cardio to only a few times a week and keeping it very light, intermittent fasting, and carb-cycling (high carb on workout days, low/no carbs on rest days, high protein on all). There is a ton of info out there on this.
Yes, this is more work. You will have to track your calories daily, and you will have to pay close attention to your diet. Time wise, three lifting sessions a week at the gym is really all you need, and maybe some walking the other days.
Do this for a few months and you will see amazing results --- better than any coolscultping results will give you. You will thank me later!
That is why I am back on here to tell all of you that you should reconsider spending all this money on something that will give you minimal results, and instead focus on something that will surely give you better results, albeit it will take more work to get there. I am talking about diet and exercise!
Now, I know many of you will say that you exercise regularly and there is just that pooch you can't get rid of.... I know what you are saying because I used to say the same thing! And I really did workout a lot, regularly lifted weights, did a lot of cardio (including running many half and a full marathon!), and I ate healthy. But, unless you are a guy under 10% bodyfat or lady under 15%, that "pooch" is just excess fat that you can lose on your own. And 30 mins on the elliptical is not the way you will lose it!
Look at the last picture I sent. My dreaded love handles have almost disappeared! The thing I spent thousands on trying to remove I finally did it on my own. How? Through "leangains" type of diet and exercise -- lifting heavy weights three times a week, reducing cardio to only a few times a week and keeping it very light, intermittent fasting, and carb-cycling (high carb on workout days, low/no carbs on rest days, high protein on all). There is a ton of info out there on this.
Yes, this is more work. You will have to track your calories daily, and you will have to pay close attention to your diet. Time wise, three lifting sessions a week at the gym is really all you need, and maybe some walking the other days.
Do this for a few months and you will see amazing results --- better than any coolscultping results will give you. You will thank me later!
Redid lower abs and can see a difference only after 1 month
I decided to re-do my lower abs about a month ago, and I can honestly say that I definitely see a difference only after one month (granted I have also been working out a lot more, but my weight has not changed). I will post pics in a few months.
Two things to note this time, which I think makes a big difference:
1. The size of the applicator - I went to a new doctor for this instance, and the doctor used a very large unit on my lower ab. I am pretty sure that the last time I did this, the unit was much smaller. This makes a big difference.
2. Having a doctor actually do the procedure. The first time I went to Dr. Schweiger and I saw results. I went to a new doctor for this third time and am also seeing results. Both actually measured the area to determine the right size applicator and drew on my body with a marker. The second doctor I went, the front desk receptionist is the one who actually did the procedure. I believe she just used the standard small applicator and put it on where she saw fit. And I saw little results.
Two things to note this time, which I think makes a big difference:
1. The size of the applicator - I went to a new doctor for this instance, and the doctor used a very large unit on my lower ab. I am pretty sure that the last time I did this, the unit was much smaller. This makes a big difference.
2. Having a doctor actually do the procedure. The first time I went to Dr. Schweiger and I saw results. I went to a new doctor for this third time and am also seeing results. Both actually measured the area to determine the right size applicator and drew on my body with a marker. The second doctor I went, the front desk receptionist is the one who actually did the procedure. I believe she just used the standard small applicator and put it on where she saw fit. And I saw little results.
I've posted a pic now that it's been a little over...
I've posted a pic now that it's been a little over 2 months post my second love handle procedure. Honestly, I'm disappointed in the results. Although I can see slight improvement, overall there doesn't seem to be much difference than after the first procedure. Additionally, this second time around, I also had a procedure done on my lower abs. I took no pictures, but it barely looks like any change happened. I went to a different doctor this second time around and the front desk assistant did the procedure on me. Everything felt the same as the first time, so I can't believe that the doctor's office had anything to do with the results (although maybe I'm wrong). Also, I still exercise regularly and have weighed the same for the past 6 months, so I definitely did not gain any fat over the time period.
I'll post updated pics in a few months -- I know sometimes it takes longer than 2 months to see results. But honestly, for the amount of money it costs, I would have expected better results. If I had paid full price, Zeltiq would have cost me over $3K for just the love handles alone! For that price, it would have definitely not been worth it.
I'll post updated pics in a few months -- I know sometimes it takes longer than 2 months to see results. But honestly, for the amount of money it costs, I would have expected better results. If I had paid full price, Zeltiq would have cost me over $3K for just the love handles alone! For that price, it would have definitely not been worth it.
Provider Review
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
110 East 55th Street , New York, New York
The doctor was fine - Nothing special. His staff, on the other hand, was amazing. The assistant who was with me through the procedure was incredibly sweet and helpful. Overall, I would recommend.