Beyond Cellulite: Nicole Ronsard’s Ultimate Strategy to Slim, Firm and Reshape Your Lower Body

The Cellulite ANALYST
#1. November 29th, 2009, at 8:17 PM.

The dreaded c-word was first used in Europe in the 1920’s and started popping up in American publications forty years later, starting with a famous one-liner in Vogue magazine: “Like a swift migrating fish, the word cellulite has suddenly crossed the Atlantic.”

It’s fitting that the first author to make headway writing about cellulite in the U.S. was a French-born salon owner in New York City. First published in 1992, Beyond Cellulite proves that the lymph theory of cellulite is nothing new. Ronsard’s description of “the cellulite syndrome” and “the all-important lymph” serve to support her assertion that cellulite isn’t something that just happens. One of the major goals of her anti-cellulite strategy is to improve microcirculation, or circulation of the capillaries.

Of course, her approach centers on effective exercise and eating right. Nothing surprising there. She recommends walking, bicycling, swimming, etc. -”all things in moderation” (a very French approach a la “French Women Don’t Get Fat).” Regarding diet, she is an advocate for more fresh fruits and vegetables and less processed foods, meats, and dairy. She pinpoints potassium as the “secret weapon” in the fight against cellulite (and although her hypothesis requires further investigation, I must admit I find myself eating much more zucchini these days.)

I found two chapters especially intruiging. Chapter Seven, entitled “Skin Workout,” provides a solid explanation of dry brushing and self-massage techniques while Chapter Eight deals with stress management and visualization (very “You Can Heal Your Life)”.

Although the diet and exercise info is a bit outdated, it’s impressive that Ronsard’s book is still pertinent over 35 years after its initial publication.
Rating: 3 / 5

J. Hoover
#2. November 29th, 2009, at 9:14 PM.

I bought this book about a month ago and must say it has quickly become one of my favorites regarding health. It’s more than just cellulite reduction, if you follow the advice in this book you will see not only your figure improve, but also your mood and energy level. It is really more like a guide line for healthy living!
Rating: 5 / 5

Anonymous
#3. November 29th, 2009, at 11:58 PM.

Nicole Ronsard has presented everything you need in “laymans’ terms to understand your body and it’s reaction to everything you do and consume. Very Simply stated, and very easily understood as well as GREAT reading! This book beats all others about the Practice of HEALTH and how easy it is.
Rating: 5 / 5

Brooke Harris
#4. November 30th, 2009, at 1:57 AM.

I was really surprised to learn about the sodium/potassium balance that plays such a big role in cellulite. I was very impressed with the author’s encouragement to eat raw fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds and sprouts etc. I have been studying (and practicing) raw foodism for a little while on and off and considering this book was written in 1995 (and that was the second edition!) I am truly glad to see that the raw food movement is – once again – not a new concept and truly is the best way to eat. The ideas that she presents are fairly basic, but then again, she has an almost vegetarian way of eating which also is encouraging. Even though some of what she writes would seem obvious, it goes beyond. It’s worth purchasing and seeing if it makes a difference in your life.
Rating: 4 / 5

Indykim
#5. November 30th, 2009, at 4:11 AM.

I’ve dabbled occasionally with Nicole Ronsard’s philosophy for over 20 years but didn’t take her approach seriously until now. Something to do with turning 50. I wanted to be in shape again. Walking five times a week helped a little but still didn’t get rid of my riding thighs, lumpy legs, and thick knees. The cellulite was beginning to appear on my stomach also. At 5′10″ and 165 lbs I didn’t look overweight but after the first 6 weeks of following her plan I lost 14 lbs. My legs and rear end are sleeker, pants fit better and I am able to wear shorts without embarrasment. My knees are thinner, I look healthy and feel great! To those people who tell you that you can’t lose cellulite, they are wrong. If you follow this plan you can show them it really can be done. Then you can reap the rewards of feeling great and knowing you look great! Good luck !
Rating: 5 / 5