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The Quest for Thinner Thighs - Active and Petite but stubborn fat! - Dallas, TX
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I am a 36 year old mom of 3. I'm 5'3" and about...
itsmetime2016October 20, 2016
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I am a 36 year old mom of 3. I'm 5'3" and about 120 lbs. I work out regularly (mix of weights & cardio), and couldn't find many reviews of people my size who were having Coolsculpting done on their inner thighs. So I'm putting this out there to help others and also record my progress. I had originally considered having inner thigh, outer thigh and love handles areas done. But my husband thought it was best that I try one area at a time, since it's not exactly cheap. Just to get my inner thighs done was $1400. To have all 3 areas treated, it was going to be close to $5K. I thought it would be better to see what the results were for just one area first, considering the costs.
Oh, and I've also debated lipo for the last couple years. I just haven't been able to get where I want (close to pre-baby) on my own with working out. I told my hubby it is depressing and discouraging to be putting so much work into your figure, to know that no matter what I do with diet and exercise, these problem areas are never going to really go away. Some of it is genetics and some is just from having 3 babies and getting closer to 40. (ugh) I think my quote from one plastic surgeon to lipo all the same areas was around $5-6000.
So anyway, yesterday I had inner thighs done. The worst part was when the machine suctioned the tissue up. That was uncomfortable for maybe 5 mins, then I was able to relax and just watched some Netflix until it was over. It was cold but honestly it didn't hurt at all once it was numb. When the hour was up, she used this Z wave or Zimmer or something like that. It was like an ultrasound wand that she rolled over the "butter sticks" that were my inner thighs at this point. It made a clicking noise and felt like she was popping me with a rubberband over and over. Not that bad. Then she massaged it for maybe 30 secs. Then we did the second leg.... and it was the same process again.
Overall, it was totally no big deal and I would say not painful. I took a couple advil yesterday when it was over, just to take the edge off.
Today my thighs are a little sensitive, but mostly numb. She said there would be swelling for a few days and then could get a pins and needles effect later. We shall see.
She told me legs take a little longer to see results.... that around 6 weeks I should see change. I sure hope so.... it's not like I wasted a ton of time.... but it was a lot of money. I am cautiously hopeful!
Oh, and I've also debated lipo for the last couple years. I just haven't been able to get where I want (close to pre-baby) on my own with working out. I told my hubby it is depressing and discouraging to be putting so much work into your figure, to know that no matter what I do with diet and exercise, these problem areas are never going to really go away. Some of it is genetics and some is just from having 3 babies and getting closer to 40. (ugh) I think my quote from one plastic surgeon to lipo all the same areas was around $5-6000.
So anyway, yesterday I had inner thighs done. The worst part was when the machine suctioned the tissue up. That was uncomfortable for maybe 5 mins, then I was able to relax and just watched some Netflix until it was over. It was cold but honestly it didn't hurt at all once it was numb. When the hour was up, she used this Z wave or Zimmer or something like that. It was like an ultrasound wand that she rolled over the "butter sticks" that were my inner thighs at this point. It made a clicking noise and felt like she was popping me with a rubberband over and over. Not that bad. Then she massaged it for maybe 30 secs. Then we did the second leg.... and it was the same process again.
Overall, it was totally no big deal and I would say not painful. I took a couple advil yesterday when it was over, just to take the edge off.
Today my thighs are a little sensitive, but mostly numb. She said there would be swelling for a few days and then could get a pins and needles effect later. We shall see.
She told me legs take a little longer to see results.... that around 6 weeks I should see change. I sure hope so.... it's not like I wasted a ton of time.... but it was a lot of money. I am cautiously hopeful!
UPDATED FROM itsmetime2016
2 days post
Day 2 Post Inner Thigh Coolsculpting
itsmetime2016October 21, 2016
Today it's feeling like a big bruise on each upper, inner thigh. It's also numb-ish feeling. Kinda like my csection scar.... like the nerves need to wake up. I wouldn't be surprised to start getting that tingly pins and needles sensation at some point over the next few days. While they're sore, I can still wear normal jeans and workout pants with no problems.
Oddly, I also feel like I'm retaining water for some reason. Have kept up my normal diet and workouts, but feel extra bloated. I am actually trying to drink MORE water, in hopes of helping to flush the fat cells. Don't know if it helps, but it won't hurt either!
Oddly, I also feel like I'm retaining water for some reason. Have kept up my normal diet and workouts, but feel extra bloated. I am actually trying to drink MORE water, in hopes of helping to flush the fat cells. Don't know if it helps, but it won't hurt either!
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October 22, 2016
I am following you too...thank you so much for giving us update everyday, it really help me..I am 37 I have this horrible saddlebags since 18 and believe me I tried everything to get rid of it , cream, massages, LPG, gym pillage with specific training for my thighs, tons of magic pills that supposed to melt your fat....except surgery (personal choice) I even lost 10kg with an efficient diet program I reached to 46kg hoping it will go but the result was horrible I became skinny everywhere no shape at all ... except those bump on side of my thighs that we call saddlebags. I heard about coolsculpting few months ago and finally it came in Dubai :) I want to try it but first I follow you and see how it goes for you.
I am really exited to see your message everyday so please don't stop and if you can add some pics :)
I am really exited to see your message everyday so please don't stop and if you can add some pics :)
October 23, 2016
I am following you as well!! We are the same size and same procedure wanted. I went for a consult and they said I would need to applications. Keep us posted!
October 24, 2016
Let me know if you go forward wth it! They never told me I would need more than one application… She did say something about not wanting to take off too much. I guess I'll just see what I get with this first round!
October 24, 2016
I'm 5'2 and 114lbs. My inner thighs have rubbed together my entire life even when I weighed 98lbs. in high school. I exercise and eat healthy. At age 51 I decided to splurge with coolscuplting on outer and inner thighs. It has been 6 months since my procedure. I am thrilled to say my inner thighs no longer rub together when I walk and my saddle bags are gone! I hope you all have the same satisfying results!!!
October 24, 2016
That sounds so similar to me! I never broke 100 pounds until I graduated from high school either. I was tiny. But the tops of my thighs still touched! I exercise regularly but I know my diet could be better. It's my vice! At the same time, I know that no diet will ever get rid of the little bulge at the top of my legs, or the saddlebags and love handle fat I have thanks to three babies. I'm so glad to hear that it worked well for you… That is encouraging!
November 16, 2016
Same here! Even I weighted 93.7 pounds my inner thighs were touching each other when standing with feet together. Now I weight 103 pound I have a tiny thigh gap between my inner thigh after one time coolsculpting treatment. It would take me about 2 months to see dramatic result. I am happy with it. My thighs are no longer rubbing each other. I finally wear the dress for first time
October 25, 2016
Just be patient this treatment works! Swelling, tenderness, pins & needles & numbness is all part of the healing process. Give it time, in 6 weeks you WILL see a difference. Do not expect to see any change under 30 days. This process is slow for a reason, the fat cells die then they eliminate out of the body through the lymphatic system. All this takes time & allows collagen rejuvenation & the skin to retain its elasticity, decreasing the chance of saggy skin. This is the reason you do not need to wear compression garments like you do when you have lipo. Just be patient & give it time, the numbness can last up to a month the freezing has annoyed the nerves but has not damaged them so they also will recover in time. TIME is the key!
UPDATED FROM itsmetime2016
7 days post
1 week post
itsmetime2016October 27, 2016
Not much to share. Thighs look the same. They feel kinda puffy and tingly but that's it. They were feeling like a bruise (but not visibly), but that kinda has subsided.
The last few days I've been feeling very bloated and just super fat.... In my abdomen but I haven't had anything done in that area. Not sure what the deal is. Don't know if this is part of my system flushing the dead cells!?! Time will tell.
The last few days I've been feeling very bloated and just super fat.... In my abdomen but I haven't had anything done in that area. Not sure what the deal is. Don't know if this is part of my system flushing the dead cells!?! Time will tell.
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