A thigh gap has been coveted as the Holy Grail of physical attributes that many seek to attain.
With so many unhealthy diets and workouts that tout that they can give you a thigh gap overnight, we’re here to give you real answers that will work. Discover the origins and how to achieve it in a healthy and positive way.
What is a thigh gap?
It is the gap or space between the thighs when a person is standing with their legs together and is usually attributed to women.
How did the story of gap between legs come about?
The term gained popularity thanks to social media and celebrities touting the gap as The “It” Thing. In retaliation to the thigh gap trend came the self-explanatory body positivity movement called Mermaid Thighs.
Why doesn’t everyone have one?
Some bodies have the thigh gap and others don’t. Everyone’s body is unique, and it is all down to a mix of genetic predispositions including:
- What is your bone structure?
- Where does your body naturally store fat?
- What is your current body composition?
Can everyone get a thigh gap?
Many people searching for how to get a thigh gap assume it is purely related to weight loss. In reality, a thigh gap is heavily influenced by factors such as pelvic width, bone structure and where your body naturally stores fat. Some people may naturally have a thigh gap regardless of their weight, while others may not achieve one even at a low body fat percentage.
For this reason, the goal should not necessarily be to achieve a specific body shape, but rather to improve confidence, comfort and body contour in a healthy and sustainable way. Treatments such as CoolSculpting and EMSculpt Neo can help reduce stubborn fat and improve muscle definition in the thigh area, creating a more sculpted appearance.
Healthy reasons why you might want a thigh gap
Let’s focus on the reasons why we see patients in our clinics wanting to reduce fat on their thighs:
- Hate experiencing thigh rub on a hot day/when you wear shorts or skirts
- Unhappy with chafing
- Unhappy with the discoloured skin because of the chafing
- Tired of feeling like your clothes don’t fit your legs properly
- Can’t shift those annoying pockets of fat, no matter how much you workout
We understand how all the above can affect our confidence levels and have a huge impact on our day to day lives. That’s where CoolSculpting comes in….
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Can You Reduce Inner Thigh Fat?
Inner thigh fat can be one of the most stubborn areas to address through diet and exercise alone. While maintaining a healthy lifestyle can reduce overall body fat, it is not possible to target fat loss from a specific area of the body through exercise alone.
For individuals who are close to their ideal weight but struggle with stubborn pockets of fat on the inner thighs, non-surgical body contouring treatments may help improve thigh definition and contour without surgery or downtime.
How to get a thigh gap the healthy way?
1. CoolSculpting for thigh gap
CoolSculpting is a non-invasive, fat freezing treatment used to reduce those pinchable stubborn pockets of unwanted fat. This FDA-approved treatment can be used on a range of body areas including the outer thigh and inner thigh. Through precisely controlled cooling, an area’s fat cells beneath the skin are targeted. These cells freeze, shrink and die over the next few weeks, and your body naturally disposes of them.
What are the benefits?
- Sculpt and recontour your body with no surgery or needles
- Both women and men can get treated
- Little to no downtime
- So safe, with over 17 million treatments given worldwide
- Reduces fat cells by 20-25%
- No dramatic change, it will be natural
When will you see results?
The full results won’t happen overnight. Your body will need time to naturally process and expel the fat cells. You may see results as early as four to six weeks, with further results taking up to 14 to 16 weeks. Over a period of 3-6 months post-treatment, your body will continue to flush out the dead fat cells.
See the results for yourself with our before and after pictures
2. Exercise – Thigh Gap Workout
First and foremost, there is no one exercise you can do that will give you a thigh gap. When we workout, weight loss isn’t targeted to one area – you lose weight from your entire body.
What we can work on is, toning and strengthening the muscles on the inside of our legs. These are called your hip abductors. Working on these muscles will result in more toned and tighter inner thigh muscles, which can give a prominent gap.
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BRIDGE WITH BALL SQUEEZE
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SIDE LUNGE
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PILATES SIDE LEG RAISES
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3. EMSculpt Neo for thigh gap
EMSculpt Neo combines electromagnetic energy with radiofrequency (RF) stimulation to destroy fat cells and build muscle to give you a revolutionary result.
What are the benefits?
- Great gains with less effort, no surgery, gym sessions or downtime
- Non-surgical and non-invasive
- 25% average increase in muscle mass
- 30% average fat reduction
- Sculpts and tones the arms, legs, buttocks, and abdomen
When will you see results?
Although you can’t get a thigh gap overnight, you will see your intense muscle-building and fat-reduction results in as little as 1 month! For long lasting results, make sure you exercise and eat a balanced diet.
See the results for yourself with our thigh gap before and after pictures
You can go the route of surgical liposuction, but the invasiveness of that treatment is enough to put people off. That’s why you can try more non-invasive treatments at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic like CoolSculpting and EMSculpt Neo with near to zero downtime. The Cosmetic Skin Clinic is the No. 1 clinic for CoolSculpting so you know you can trust us.
If you’re ready to start the conversation about your CoolSculpting and EMSculpt Neo treatment, book your consultation by filling out our quick enquiry form, or call our London clinic or our Buckinghamshire clinic on 020 3319 3637.
Thigh Gap FAQ’S
Is a thigh gap genetic?
Yes. Genetics play a major role in determining whether you naturally have a thigh gap. Factors such as bone structure, pelvic width and fat distribution all influence the appearance of the inner thighs.
Can you get a thigh gap through exercise alone?
Exercise can strengthen and tone the leg muscles while reducing overall body fat. However, because spot reduction is not possible, developing a thigh gap depends on your individual anatomy and body composition.
What treatment is best for inner thigh fat?
The most suitable treatment depends on the amount of fat present and your goals. CoolSculpting can help reduce stubborn fat deposits, while EMSculpt Neo can build muscle and improve definition. A consultation can determine which option is most appropriate.
How long does it take to see thigh gap results?
Results vary depending on the treatment chosen. CoolSculpting results typically develop over several weeks as the body naturally eliminates treated fat cells, while EMSculpt Neo results can become visible within a month as muscle tone improves.
