Let's face it, cellulite generally tends to gather around women's hips and backsides. Close to 90% of women have at least some cellulite and want to get rid of it, especially when it's time to wear a bathing suit. There are a variety of cellulite treatments that work to various degrees and range in price from very reasonable to quite expensive. However, the results of these methods will not last unless a woman exercises and develops a positive frame of mind. The following exercise is excellent for activating the muscle fibers in the backside.

Studies done in Exercise Physiology labs show that the 1 Legged Squat activates more muscle fibers then regular squats alone. This is very important when it comes to cellulite because the areas where cellulite gathers (hips, thighs and buttocks) will look much better if there is good muscle tone. Also, muscle tissue is metabolically demanding which means that when you have more muscle tissue, you burn more calories, even at rest.

1 Legged Squat

1. Stand up straight and get into a good posture for exercise as follows:

-Roll your shoulders up, back and around and lift your chest up

-Press your abdominals slightly in towards your spine.

2. Get your balance and stand on one leg. The other leg should be lifted so that your knee is in front of you.

3. Slowly with control, squat (or lower) yourself on the standing leg. You will not be able to squat down very far.

4. Slowly rise back up.

Note 1: Breath out on the effort. In this exercise, this may be when you are lowering yourself and when you rise up, so be sure not to hold your breath.

Note 2: Work up to 2 or 3 sets of 10 to 12 repetitions.

Note 3: This is an advanced movement. If you have knee problems or pain in your knees, don't do this.

These exercises and any anti-cellulite treatment will work better if a person learns to visualize the way they want their body to look. Visualization helps women to stick with their anti-cellulite workout program and also helps women to realize that they really can change their bodies.

To do this, start by closing your eyes and clearing your mind. Get as focused as possible and try to see your body the way you want it to be. Try to get a very clear picture of this. Then affirm that you are perfect exactly as you are. This powerful combination of exercise and visualizing will give you a great bikini bottom before you know it!