There are different types of splenomegaly. Women with lower body and thigh obesity can identify their type and take targeted measures to more effectively reduce "elephant legs" and thick thighs. Wishing everyone a successful journey in weight loss and body shaping—whether your goal is to reduce the outer, inner, or front side of your thighs, may you achieve your desired results!
Type 1: Fat-Type Obesity
Thick thighs caused by fat-type obesity result from overeating and lack of exercise. Excess fat gradually accumulates, leading to large thighs and thick, bulky legs. Some people may even experience inner-thigh chafing while walking, increasing their desire to slim down. Fatty thighs are often accompanied by obesity in other areas, such as the face or jowls. Remember: overeating is often the biggest obstacle to weight loss and body shaping.
Type 2: Edema-Type Obesity (Water Retention)
Women who sit for long periods or maintain the same posture are prone to edema-type obesity. Inactivity leads to poor blood and lymphatic circulation, and diets high in carbohydrates, salt, or alcohol can worsen water retention. This makes the thighs appear swollen, resembling elephant legs. Women may also experience edema before menstruation or during pregnancy, causing the thighs to swell further.
Type 3: Muscular-Type Obesity
If you do not warm up properly before exercise or stretch afterward, your thigh muscles can remain tight and shortened for long periods, like a fully drawn bow. This can lead to uneven thigh lines and muscle-type obesity, which requires specific exercises to slim and tone the legs.
Type 4: Obesity Due to Pelvic Misalignment
Prolonged improper sitting, standing, or walking can cause pelvic or joint misalignment, leading to uneven weight distribution across the legs and pelvic tilt. Pelvic tilt slows metabolism, impairs blood and lymphatic circulation, and contributes to thicker thighs and lower body obesity. It may also cause hunchback, lower back pain, menstrual cramps, frequent urination, reduced joint mobility, a protruding lower abdomen, and difficulty conceiving.
