{"id":48538,"date":"2022-12-29T12:27:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-29T12:27:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=48538"},"modified":"2025-06-30T17:49:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T17:49:58","slug":"loose-skin-vs-fat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/","title":{"rendered":"Loose Skin Vs Fat: How To Tell Them Apart And Find A Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#How_to_Tell_Loose_Skin_from_Fat\" >How to Tell Loose Skin from Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#What_Causes_Loose_Skin\" >What Causes Loose Skin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#How_to_Get_Rid_of_Loose_Skin\" >How to Get Rid of Loose Skin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#What_Causes_Stubborn_Fat\" >What Causes Stubborn Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#How_to_Get_Rid_of_Stubborn_Fat\" >How to Get Rid of Stubborn Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#What_Burns_the_Most_Fat\" >What Burns the Most Fat?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Protein-Rich_Foods\" >Protein-Rich Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Strength_Training\" >Strength Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Cardio_Workouts\" >Cardio Workouts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#How_to_Remove_Belly_Fat\" >How to Remove Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Great_Home_Workouts_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\" >Great Home Workouts to Lose Belly Fat\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Does_Walking_Burn_Fat\" >Does Walking Burn Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#A_Note_About_Visceral_Fat\" >A Note About Visceral Fat\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Managing_Your_Weight_Is_Key_to_Preventing_Loose_Skin_and_Stubborn_Fat\" >Managing Your Weight Is Key to Preventing Loose Skin and Stubborn Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Does_loose_skin_mean_less_fat\" >Does loose skin mean less fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Do_stretch_marks_mean_loose_skin\" >Do stretch marks mean loose skin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Can_loose_skin_go_away_naturally\" >Can loose skin go away naturally?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#How_long_does_loose_skin_take_to_tighten\" >How long does loose skin take to tighten?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Why_is_belly_fat_the_last_to_go\" >Why is belly fat the last to go?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#Bloating_vs_fat_whats_the_difference\" >Bloating vs fat: what\u2019s the difference?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The frustration that comes after you hit your goal but still don\u2019t have the body you envisioned can be hard to manage. After months, perhaps even years of healthy eating and exercise, you want nothing short of a toned, smooth body. But no matter how hard you work, sometimes your body doesn\u2019t cooperate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=biking_10_miles_calories&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=biking_10_miles_calories\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your frustration is understandable. We all deserve a reward for our hard work and perseverance. But what if it\u2019s not fat you see? What if it\u2019s loose skin instead? Telling the difference between fat and loose skin can be difficult, so we want to help you understand how they differ and what you can do about it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that whether you\u2019re dealing with fat or loose skin, there are solutions. However, it all starts with understanding the difference between the two.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Tell_Loose_Skin_from_Fat\"><\/span><b>How to Tell Loose Skin from Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appearance is the most basic way to tell the difference between fat and loose skin. Loose skin typically looks like a thin sheet of sagging fabric that hangs or bunches up on the body. It\u2019s often wrinkled or creased and it doesn\u2019t feel solid as fat does. Fat, on the other hand, appears as a thick layer of padding that feels solid when you press it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Loose_Skin\"><\/span><b>What Causes Loose Skin?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss is a common factor for making your skin lose its elasticity and become loose and saggy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33145720\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you gain weight, you\u2019re generally \u2018expanding\u2019 and your skin must stretch to contain your larger size. The extra fat from weight gain usually lies on top of the muscle and right under the skin. The more fat you have, the more your skin will expand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you start losing weight, your skin also starts to shrink to fit your new smaller size. However, if and when you lose a significant amount of weight in a short period of time, your skin cannot keep up with the change and it becomes weaker, resulting in reduced <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/collagen-for-weight-loss\/\">collagen<\/a> fibers and structure. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4311578\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Stock-image-5.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Rid_of_Loose_Skin\"><\/span><b>How to Get Rid of Loose Skin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve determined that the extra layer of skin you see is loose skin, there are several things you can do to remedy the situation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step is to ensure that you\u2019re taking the necessary steps to maintain the muscle mass that you\u2019ve worked so hard to achieve. Performing regular resistance training and eating a balanced diet will help you keep the shape you have.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If these steps don\u2019t seem to be doing enough, you may want to consider surgery. Surgical procedures such as tummy tucks and body lifts are designed to remove excess skin, which results in a smoother and more toned appearance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for something less invasive, certain laser treatments can be used to treat loose skin too.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. Check out the BetterMe app and watch it <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=loose_skin\">propel your weight loss journey <\/a> into high gear!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Stubborn_Fat\"><\/span><b>What Causes Stubborn Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What many of us call stubborn fat is actually just fat that has been stored in the body for a long time and is resistant to dieting and exercise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no definitive answer to what causes this type of fat, but common causes include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Age <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; As you age your body&#8217;s natural metabolism slows down, which makes it harder to burn fat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Genetics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Some people are genetically predisposed to having more fat stored in certain areas of the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hormones <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Research has suggested that there is a clear link between hormones, such as insulin and estrogen, and excess weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7391192\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any concerns, please consult a healthcare professional.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Rid_of_Stubborn_Fat\"><\/span><b>How to Get Rid of Stubborn Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re dealing with stubborn fat, there are several things you can do to reduce it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first is to make sure you\u2019re following a healthy, balanced diet and getting plenty of exercise. Diet and exercise can help reduce fat deposits in many areas of the body, although it may take time to get rid of stubborn fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step is to consider non-invasive treatments that are safe and effective (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5236497\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It\u2019s always recommended that you consult your healthcare provider beforehand.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=loose_skin\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Burns_the_Most_Fat\"><\/span><b>What Burns the Most Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While a holistic approach to your lifestyle and diet can be highly beneficial, are there any specific things that will help you burn fat the most?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protein-Rich_Foods\"><\/span><b>Protein-Rich Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food and diet can help with fat-burning. Protein-rich foods are the best for fat burning. This macronutrient increases levels of the satiety (appetite-reducing) hormones in the body, which can help prevent you from overeating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32768415\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16400055\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It\u2019s important to remember that the body stores any extra calories it doesn&#8217;t use as fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The body also uses energy to digest different nutrients, which is known as diet-induced thermogenesis. Protein utilizes approximately 20 to 30 percent energy to digest and metabolize. It only requires 0 to 3 percent energy to metabolize fats and 5 to 10 percent to metabolize carbs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC524030\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise combined with diet is most effective for fat burning, i.e. calorie burning. To burn fat, you need to do both cardio and strength training.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strength_Training\"><\/span><b>Strength Training<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strength training, aka resistance or weight training, helps increase muscle mass in the body. More muscle means your body is constantly burning more calories whether you\u2019re working out or not, which can contribute to fat burning. Research on strength training has shown that this form of exercise is good for overall fat loss and also visceral fat loss (aka belly fat loss) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34536199\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cardio_Workouts\"><\/span><b>Cardio Workouts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardio is also fantastic for fat burning. Strength training might help burn fat long after the workout is done, but cardio burns a large number of calories during the actual workout. Research has shown that cardio or aerobic exercise can help reduce belly fat, waist circumference, and belly fat while also increasing muscle mass (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9540641\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33825676\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-shakes\/\"><i>The Complete Guide to Weight Loss Shakes With the Ultimate Secrets to Homemade Shakes or Branded Powders<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Collage-Walking-8-1.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Remove_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>How to Remove Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belly fat is generally harder to get rid of than other kinds of body fat, but it is not impossible to do away with. Some tips that can help you reduce and eventually remove belly fat are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduce your calorie intake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Cutting your calorie intake works great for weight loss and belly fat loss too<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eat enough protein for your requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; As stated above, your body burns more calories to digest and metabolize it, which helps with fat-burning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eat more intuitively<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Only eat when you\u2019re truly hungry as this could help prevent overeating, which is a huge contributor to increased belly fat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Limit your alcohol intake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Alcohol is one of the biggest culprits of increased belly fat, more so in men than women &#8211; remember that alcohol is mostly just empty calories and it makes you crave sugary and greasy high-fat foods that aren\u2019t good for your figure, midriff, and heart<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Move more<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; A healthy diet, appropriate calorie deficit diet, and exercise are the best route to less belly fat &#8211; remember to combine both cardio and strength training in your routine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Great_Home_Workouts_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Great <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-home-workouts-to-lose-belly-fat\/\">Home Workouts to Lose Belly Fat\u00a0<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mountain climbers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dancing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squats and squat variations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elbow planks and all other plank variations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ab\/core-specific exercises such as crunches, sit-ups, and flutter kicks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Walking_Burn_Fat\"><\/span><b>Does Walking Burn Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it does. Contrary to popular belief, sit-ups, crunches, and other core-specific workouts are not the only exercises for flattening the stomach. Full-body cardio workouts such as walking, jogging, dancing, HIIT, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-a-tabata-workout\/\">Tabata<\/a> work just as well, if not even better. If you start walking just 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week and improve your diet, you\u2019ll start to see positive changes in just a couple of weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Collage-Walking-7-1.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Note_About_Visceral_Fat\"><\/span><b>A Note About Visceral Fat\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While &#8220;stubborn fat&#8221; gets a lot of attention due to it being the most visible and aesthetically unfavorable type of fat, it\u2019s important to remember that visceral fat is just as dangerous. This type of fat is located deep in the abdominal cavity and surrounds organs such as the stomach, intestines, and liver.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Too much of this kind of fat can drastically increase your risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5619737\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). To reduce visceral fat, make sure you\u2019re following a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=loose_skin\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss <\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Managing_Your_Weight_Is_Key_to_Preventing_Loose_Skin_and_Stubborn_Fat\"><\/span><b>Managing Your Weight Is Key to Preventing Loose Skin and Stubborn Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The saying \u201cprevention is better than cure\u201d is especially true when it comes to managing your weight. Keeping your body weight at a healthy level will help you avoid loose skin and stubborn fat in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You probably know the run-of-the-mill advice for losing weight \u2013 eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly &#8211; but here are some other tips that can help you stay on track:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Track your calorie intake and make sure it\u2019s within the recommended range for your age and gender\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat smaller meals throughout the day rather than large ones &#8211; this will help you stay full without consuming too many calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to get enough protein in your diet, as this helps with muscle growth and repair and is also more filling than carbs and fat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporate strength training into your workout routine to help keep your metabolism up and build muscle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your body hydrated <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/drinking-water-before-bed-for-weight-loss\/\">drinking water<\/a> before meals is also an excellent way to reduce your calorie intake<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get enough sleep \u2013 studies have shown that people who get enough sleep tend to have healthier body weights (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6196958\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay consistent with your exercise routine\u2014the more consistent, the better your results will be. Any movement is good, so even when you can\u2019t get to the gym, try to find ways to remain active.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macros-for-weight-loss\/\"><i>Counting Macros for Weight Loss: Pros, Cons, and How-To (A Beginner&#8217;s Guide)<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Treadmill-Women-Banner-2.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_loose_skin_mean_less_fat\"><\/span><strong>Does loose skin mean less fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, yes, it does. As seen above, weight loss, particularly drastic weight loss, is the biggest cause of loose skin. Pregnancy is another cause of loose skin in women and it can affect those of a healthy weight, petite, and even overweight women.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_stretch_marks_mean_loose_skin\"><\/span><strong>Do stretch marks mean loose skin?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not necessarily. Stretch marks appear when the skin stretches and this can be due to multiple reasons, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growth spurts that occur during puberty<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid weight loss or gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight training when you have rapid muscle growth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretch marks just mean that your skin has expanded to accommodate a newer body or muscle size. If you lose the fat or muscle at a slower\/healthy rate, chances are that your skin will not become loose and saggy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_loose_skin_go_away_naturally\"><\/span><strong>Can loose skin go away naturally?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With small amounts of loose skin, it may be beneficial to follow general <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamin-b3-for-skin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strategies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to improve the state of your skin, such as consuming <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/collagen-rich-foods-vegetarian\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">collagen-rich foods<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0 However, if your loose skin causes you significant discomfort, it\u2019s best to consult a healthcare professional to determine the best treatment for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_loose_skin_take_to_tighten\"><\/span><strong>How long does loose skin take to tighten?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Academy of Dermatology<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, depending on how significant the loose skin is and the tightening procedure of choice, you can see changes in as little as 2 months(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/public\/cosmetic\/younger-looking\/firm-sagging-skin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_belly_fat_the_last_to_go\"><\/span><strong>Why is belly fat the last to go?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no scientific answer to this. Some people lose stomach fat faster than others and so the answer may lie in genetics and where you generally store the most fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bloating_vs_fat_whats_the_difference\"><\/span><strong>Bloating vs fat: what\u2019s the difference?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference between bloating and fat is that the former generally occurs after meals and the roundness of the stomach isn\u2019t consistent &#8211; it comes and goes &#8211; while with the latter, the roundness of the stomach is consistent and it\u2019s typically accumulated over a period of time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=loose_skin&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=loose_skin\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, loose skin and stubborn fat can be incredibly frustrating to deal with, but there are treatments available that can help you achieve your desired results. Whether through lifestyle changes or medical treatments, you should take the time to figure out what works best for you so you can start to feel more confident in your own skin.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The frustration that comes after you hit your goal but still don\u2019t have the body you envisioned can be hard to manage. After months, perhaps even years of healthy eating and exercise, you want nothing short of a toned, smooth body. But no matter how hard you work, sometimes your body doesn\u2019t cooperate. 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Kamau, Giulia Ralph, CPT, S&amp;C, SPC\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"\u0421. Kamau, Giulia Ralph, CPT, S&amp;C, SPC\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"9 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"\u0421. 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After months, perhaps even years of healthy eating and exercise, you want nothing short of a toned, smooth body. But no matter how hard you work, sometimes your body doesn\u2019t cooperate.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\" data-sheets-value=\\\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;[video-shortcode link=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=biking_10_miles_calories\\\\&quot; mp4=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\\\\&quot;]&quot;}\\\" data-sheets-userformat=\\\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\\\" data-sheets-formula=\\\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Your frustration is understandable. We all deserve a reward for our hard work and perseverance. But what if it\u2019s not fat you see? What if it\u2019s loose skin instead? Telling the difference between fat and loose skin can be difficult, so we want to help you understand how they differ and what you can do about it.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The good news is that whether you\u2019re dealing with fat or loose skin, there are solutions. However, it all starts with understanding the difference between the two.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>How to Tell Loose Skin from Fat<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Appearance is the most basic way to tell the difference between fat and loose skin. Loose skin typically looks like a thin sheet of sagging fabric that hangs or bunches up on the body. It\u2019s often wrinkled or creased and it doesn\u2019t feel solid as fat does. 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Kamau","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/e6dd0d89aa92189bcfcce96605ad901f"},"headline":"Loose Skin Vs Fat: How To Tell Them Apart And Find A Solution","dateModified":"2025-06-30T17:49:58+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/"},"wordCount":1835,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/loose-skin-vs-fat\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Loose-Skin-Vs-Fat_-How-To-Tell-Them-Apart-And-Find-A-Solution-1.png","articleSection":["Fitness"],"inLanguage":"en-US","articleBody":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The frustration that comes after you hit your goal but still don\u2019t have the body you envisioned can be hard to manage. After months, perhaps even years of healthy eating and exercise, you want nothing short of a toned, smooth body. But no matter how hard you work, sometimes your body doesn\u2019t cooperate.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;[video-shortcode link=\\&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=biking_10_miles_calories\\&quot; mp4=\\&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\\&quot;]&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your frustration is understandable. We all deserve a reward for our hard work and perseverance. But what if it\u2019s not fat you see? What if it\u2019s loose skin instead? Telling the difference between fat and loose skin can be difficult, so we want to help you understand how they differ and what you can do about it.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that whether you\u2019re dealing with fat or loose skin, there are solutions. However, it all starts with understanding the difference between the two.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>How to Tell Loose Skin from Fat<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appearance is the most basic way to tell the difference between fat and loose skin. Loose skin typically looks like a thin sheet of sagging fabric that hangs or bunches up on the body. It\u2019s often wrinkled or creased and it doesn\u2019t feel solid as fat does. 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