Breast Lifting Exercise

Best Way to Lift Breasts

While there is no specific breast lifting exercise, exercises aimed at strengthening the pectoral muscles will, by extension, tone and lift the breasts. Although many women would not list strong, firm pecs as an exercise priority, working out the chest is the ideal way to improve the look of the bustline. A quick look at an anatomy book will explain why: the pectoralis minor and major, or pecs, are directly underneath the breasts. Any exercise that works the pecs will also work on the breasts. This is especially important if you have heavy, sagging breasts since a stronger chest provides greater support.

Other Benefits of Pectoral Exercise

In addition to perkier breasts, there are other reasons for a woman to work her pecs. These include:

• Increased metabolism: Like all strength training, working the pecs increases your metabolism, helping you to burn more calories even when you're not working out.
• Improved posture: Pectoral exercises build strength in the upper body, leading to improved posture. This reduces back and neck strain and enhances the breast lift effect.
• Increased stamina: Any strength training and the following recovery period works to build your stamina and endurance. This carries over into everyday life, making you more energetic and better able to cope with life’s stress.

Pec Exercise and Breast Size

Many women are afraid to work out the chest, afraid the exercise will cause their breasts to shrink. Combined with weight loss, pectoral exercises will likely give you smaller, perkier breasts; without weight loss, you'll probably get a rounder, higher bust. If you have large, fatty breasts, you can expect to lose some of the fat, especially if you add cardio to your exercise regimen.

Work the Pecs: Breast Lifting Exercise

For best results, work your pecs twice a week, allowing two to three days between workouts to allow the muscles to recover. For each exercise, aim for 8 to 10 repetitions and 2 to 3 sets. If you are new to exercising, you'll want to start on the low end and work your way up. Although the natural temptation is to jump right in and start at the top, overworking your muscles can lead to strain and even injury.

In addition to your pec workouts, you should start a cardio routine or continue your existing one. While strength training will sculpt and lift your breasts, only cardio effectively burns fat. The best cardio exercises for fat burning are walking, jogging, and a stationary bike.

The best breast lifting exercises are:

• Push Ups: They're not fancy, sexy, or cutting edge, and they don't require trendy equipment, but they're still among the best chest workouts around: push ups. Whether you do the traditional style, the "girl" version with bent knees, or a standing against the wall version, push ups use your bodyweight as resistance to strengthen the chest.
• Pec Fly: If you work out at the gym, the pec fly machine is excellent for toning and lifting the breasts. At home, you can get the same results with a pair of dumbbells. Simply sit in a straight-backed chair with your feet flat on the floor, about shoulder width apart. Holding one dumbbell in each hand, raise arms to shoulder level with elbows bent. Push arms up and away from the body. Return to starting position.
• Short Range Chest Fly: Again, sit in a straight-backed chair with your feet flat on the floor. Holding a dumbbell in each hand, spread arms to each side, level with your shoulders. Continuing to hold arms at shoulder height, bend elbows and bring wrists toward your chest. Hold about 2 seconds before returning to the starting position.

Other Ways to Lift the Breast

While exercise and surgery are the most effective ways to lift your breasts, there are other ways to give the appearance of a firmer, higher bustline. These include:

• Stand straight. Your mother always lectured you about your posture, and she was right. When you stand with your back straight and your shoulders back, you also hold your breasts higher. This is not only healthier for your back and neck, it also gives an instant breast lift.
• Wear lifting, supportive bras. Spend a few minutes in a bra shop and you'll be amazed by the selection! Have a professional fitting and explain that you need a bra that offers lift and support. If your breasts are large, you could also request a minimizer. Some of these can reduce your breast's appearance by up to two cup sizes!