Based on classical standards of beauty, if you’re genetically lucky enough to rock an Pear shaped butt, you possess the most attractive and feminine of the four common shapes.
Women with an Pear shaped or inverted heart-shaped butt have a smaller waist, while their posterior gently flares out toward the bottom, blending into the contour of proportional thighs. Artists from ancient Greece through the Renaissance favored the female Pear shaped bottom’s grace in drawings, paintings and sculptures. The Pear shaped butt is also an archetype of fertility.
Some celebrities known for their Pear shaped butts include:
- Rihanna
- Iggy Azalea
EXERCISES
Since the Pear shaped butt is rounded at the bottom and sides, the best exercises are those that lift the butt to maintain its roundness, along with those that work the outer thighs to prevent “saddlebags.”
Here are some exercises to try:
Gluteus maximus:
Bridges with hip thrusts using weights
Donkey kicks
Hips:
Fire hydrants
Clam shells
All lower muscle groups:
Squats
Plie squats
Alternating lunges
Sitting Less and Standing More
If your job entails mostly sitting while working, be sure to take regular breaks during the day to get your blood flowing. Walking is great, and more intense activities, such as squats and lunges, are even better. Using a standing desk may be an option worth exploring, too. A standing desk helps keep the muscles of your lower extremities engaged. Standing versus sitting is an important choice not just for your butt’s appearance, but also for your overall health.
DIET & SUPPLEMENTS
All the exercise in the world won’t give you the body – or the booty – you desire if your diet isn’t also on track. Eating clean – mostly fresh, organic, and minimally processed foods – is your best bet.
If you choose to take additional vitamins and supplements, you can’t go wrong with Vitamin C, which is abundant in most fruits and vegetables. It can help strengthen the collagen in your tissues and give your skin a youthful glow.
In terms of herbal supplements, consider the Peruvian maca root. Some women in their late 30s and 40s take it for its estrogen properties, before their natural levels begin to noticeably drop. Some women also report that it alleviates symptoms of PMS and irregular menstrual cycles.
A healthful diet combined with a regular workout regimen will enhance your inner vitality and overall wellness, from the hair on your head to the bottom of your bottom.
UNDERWEAR
Bikini underwear is the most flattering style for Pear shaped butts. Ruching at the horizontal cheek line will visually lift the butt and enhance its roundness. Bikinis also reveal more skin at the sides so that the wearer doesn’t look too bottom-heavy.
TIPS FROM OLENA
At any given point in time, it’s safe to say that the majority of women are on some kind of diet. Whether it’s the stress of a hectic lifestyle that makes fast food and/or processed food more convenient, or because most women labor under impossible standards of beauty promoted by popular culture, too many women make poor choices throughout the day (and night) when it comes to food. It may not always be possible to work in a workout, but the one thing we can all control (for the most part) is the food we eat. And conventional wisdom dictates that choices led by lifestyle are the ones that stick and create healthy habits. A clean diet provides the ongoing energy we need throughout the day. Purchase with a purpose. Prepare meals that incorporate lean protein, colorful fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats. And eat consciously, just to satiety. Being mindful of our daily intake will keep our inner engine running at optimum efficiency, and give our workouts the best chance to pay off.
And be sure to treat the outside of your booty as well as you do the inside of your body. Keeping your skin clean is essential, especially if you’re prone to butt acne. After sweaty workouts, use Massk’s Butt Cleanser. Unplug your pores with Massk’s Bamboo Charcoal Butt Cheek Mask – better than any treatment you can get at a spa. And finish off your regimen with Massk’s Butt Cheek Lotion to bring out that after-workout glow. Your skin will thank you!
