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Overexercising can cause the body to lose fat faster than it can replenish it, leading to flat chests and buttocks, hollow cheeks, and dry, saggy skin. Dr Ivan Puah at Amaris B. Clinic recommends autologous fat grafting and skin hydration treatment to address and reverse the effects of overexercising.
Key Takeaways
- Overexercising can lead to premature aging by causing fat loss, resulting in flat chests, hollow cheeks, and saggy skin.
- Dr. Ivan Puah at Amaris B. Clinic can address issues like stubborn fat and volume loss that intense training may not resolve.
- Autologous fat grafting restores volume using your own fat, extracted through liposuction and injected skillfully to avoid unnatural results.
- The ADR-C Facial and Breast Enhancement targets areas affected by weight loss or stress, combining fat grafting with wrinkle treatments and breast enhancement.
- To complement fat grafting, skin treatments like SkinHydra Booster hydrate the skin using hyaluronic acid, while Ultherapy Prime stimulates collagen to lift areas like the brow and neck.
Can overexercising damage your skin and body shape?
Yes. Intense or excessive exercise can cause the body to lose fat faster than it can replenish. This may result in flat chests and buttocks, and in parched, saggy skin.
Many people turned to fitness during the pandemic, and for many it became a habit. Outdoor exercise in particular has become popular. According to sports trend watchers, people seeking an adrenaline rush are likely to keep pushing harder over time, taxing the body beyond its ability to rebuild and maintain itself.
Women who run or do similar exercise regularly may notice fine lines that deepen into wrinkles and a sandpaper-like skin texture. Sun exposure from outdoor workouts can also lead to pigmentation, wrinkles and loose, damaged skin. Even when otherwise healthy, they can look more tired and older than their years.
Common aesthetic concerns among those who work out a lot
| Concern | Treatment | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Facial volume loss | ADR-C Facial Enhancement | Fills areas of fat loss, smooths lines, improves skin texture |
| Flat or emptier breasts | ADR-C Breast Enhancement | Transfers your own fat to the breasts to increase volume and lift |
| Dry, crepe-like skin | SkinHydra Booster | Hyaluronic acid injections hydrate skin from within |
| Sagging skin on brow, jowls, neck | Ultherapy | Micro-focused ultrasound stimulates collagen for gradual lifting |
| Stubborn fat | Liposuction | Removes fat that does not respond to diet or exercise |
What is autologous fat grafting and how does it work?
Autologous fat grafting uses your own fat to restore volume to the face, breasts and buttocks, where fat loss from exercise tends to show first and most prominently. It involves no foreign materials such as silicone or saline implants.
The three steps:
- Extraction: Fat is removed from areas such as the thighs and abdomen through liposuction.
- Purification: The fat is placed in a centrifuge to separate fat cells from non-fat cells and excess fluid.
- Revolumisation: The purified fat is injected slowly using small needles called cannulas.
The final step takes skill. Too much fat looks unnatural, while too little gives a less optimal result. Dr Puah’s artistry lies in finding that balance.
What is ADR-C Facial Enhancement?
ADR-C Facial Enhancement uses fat grafting to restore facial volume, smooth lines and improve skin texture and glow.
Up to 35 percent of mid-face volume can be lost through stress, trauma, dieting or working out. Skin may start to sag, jowls become more noticeable, and makeup can highlight creases rather than hide them.
Dr Puah explains, “Facial grafting is popular amongst middle-aged people who wish to slow down the ageing process.” It is also used for naturally sunken faces and for facial fat loss from excessive dieting or overexercising.
Can it be combined with other treatments? Yes. According to Dr Puah, it can be combined with wrinkle-smoothing injections and dermal fillers. He adds that facial fat grafting can also improve skin texture affected by acne scarring.
What is ADR-C Breast Enhancement?
ADR-C Breast Enhancement is a two-in-one, minimally invasive procedure. Body fat is removed by liposuction and transferred to the breasts to increase volume and lift saggy breasts.
Weight loss, ageing, pregnancy, breastfeeding and heavy exercise can all leave breasts flatter, emptier or less shaped. Researchers at UCLA and Cal State Los Angeles found that almost 70% of women are unhappy with their breasts.
A skilled, experienced liposuction doctor is important, because the same procedure removes excess fat and sculpts a natural shape. Dr Puah says, “Liposuction is suitable for those who want to remove stubborn fat that doesn’t respond to exercise and diet.”
What is SkinHydra Booster and how long does it last?
SkinHydra Booster is a hyaluronic acid injection treatment for dry, parched skin. It uses high concentrations of stabilised hyaluronic acid to hydrate from within and improve the crepe-like texture of ageing skin. Downtime is minimal, and you can return to normal activities immediately.
Typical timeline, according to Dr Puah:
- About 1 to 10 days: Hydration benefits start to show about a week to 10 days after the first treatment, with skin feeling plumper and smoother.
- About 4 weeks: Bio-remodelling begins, and skin looks more luminous and radiant.
- Full cycle: Two sessions, four weeks apart.
- Duration: Effects wear off naturally after about 12 months. A course of two treatments can be repeated every six months or as needed.
How does Ultherapy® Prime help overexercised, sun-exposed skin?
Ultherapy® Prime is a non-invasive skin lifting and “collagen banking” treatment. It uses high-intensity micro-focused ultrasound with real-time visualisation (MFU-V) to target the deep foundational layer of skin. It stimulates collagen production and promotes natural, gradual tightening.
It is suited to lifting the brow area and jowls, and to tightening loose skin on the neck. Amaris B. Clinic is a certified clinic for authentic Ultherapy® Prime treatment.
Are any of the treatments above suitable for me?
It may suit you if you:
- Exercise regularly or intensely, such as running or outdoor sports
- Notice facial hollowing, a flatter chest or buttocks, or thinner-looking skin
- Have dry, crepe-like or sun-damaged skin
- Have stubborn fat that exercise does not shift
Schedule a consultation with Dr Ivan Puah to address and reverse the effects of overexercising.
FAQ
Can too much exercise cause facial fat loss?
Yes. Overexertion can cause the body to lose fat faster than it replenishes, which may show in the face, chest and buttocks.
How does fat grafting restore volume lost to exercise?
Fat is extracted by liposuction, purified in a centrifuge, and injected with cannulas into the face, breasts or buttocks.
Does fat grafting use implants?
No. It uses only your own fat, with no silicone or saline.
How much facial volume can be lost?
Up to 35 percent of mid-face volume can be lost through stress, trauma, dieting or working out.
How long does SkinHydra Booster last?
Effects wear off after about 12 months. Two sessions four weeks apart make a full cycle.
Does Ultherapy Prime involve surgery?
No. It is non-invasive and uses micro-focused ultrasound.
Can facial fat grafting be combined with fillers or anti-wrinkle injections?
Yes, according to Dr Puah, for optimal facial enhancement.
