Apple Shape: Diet, Workout & Style Guide

Many consider the "apple" body type to be one of the most unfortunate. Even slender women and girls with such a body have to constantly control their weight. However, everything is not so bad: in order to bring your figure closer to the ideal, you need to choose the right diets, workouts and make volitional efforts. To highlight your strengths and hide your weaknesses, there are a number of style guidelines to consider: Appropriate clothing and well-chosen accessories work wonders.

This figure can be compared to a circle.

The following characteristic features of the "apple" are distinguished:

• rather thin arms;
• the width of the chest is the same as the volume of the hips;
• poorly defined waist;
• a tendency to the appearance of fatty deposits on the abdomen;
• slender legs that are usually quite long;
• the same volume of hips and shoulders;
• flat buttocks.

It is believed that women with a round body type are always overweight. However, this is not the case, the body of the "apple" can be quite slender. There are two types of such a female figure.

A typical "apple" has the following characteristics:

• small buttocks;
• a tendency to accumulate fatty deposits in the abdomen;
• medium-sized chest;
• the hips are practically equal in width to the waist.

Another variation of this type is the "vase".

Its characteristic features are as follows:

• tendency to accumulate fatty deposits on the sides;
• the same width of the hips and chest;
• large breasts;
• rather large buttocks that may protrude slightly;
• poorly defined waist.

Many people confuse the "rectangle" with the "apple" shape.

Of course, it is very important to choose a wardrobe successfully, but this is not enough for ladies with a rounded figure. They have to keep in shape all the time, exercise and eat right. It is worth considering in more detail the recommendations regarding diet and exercise.

Usually, the fair sex with an "apple" figure has a low metabolic rate. Losing weight is difficult even if your food intake is moderate. To lose weight, overweight women with a rounded figure should include foods rich in vitamins and minerals in their menu. Reduce the amount of carbohydrates.

It is recommended to regularly consume the following foods:

• low-fat cottage cheese, as well as kefir;
• lean fish and meat;
• vegetables;
• soy products;
• whole grain cereals;
• not very sweet fruits.

From drinks you can use natural juices, herbal teas. Coffee without sugar is allowed.

The use of the following products will need to be minimized:

• baking;
• sweets;
• Starchy foods such as potatoes
• animal fats.

You should definitely have breakfast. In the morning, it is better to eat cereals, unsweetened fruits. Snacks should be avoided. It is recommended to eat 3-4 times a day. A few hours before bedtime, you should refrain from eating. It is impossible for women with such a figure to starve, otherwise the metabolism will slow down even more. It is also not recommended to resort to the use of enemas, diuretic drinks, laxatives. They can negatively affect the digestive system and water-salt balance.

The waist and stomach are the most problematic areas for ladies with a rounded figure. It is rather difficult for an "apple" to reduce the volume in this part of the body.

To remove a large belly, you must perform the following exercises:

• power;
• body rotation and side bending, twisting;
• swing of the press;
• stretching;
• exercises with hula hoop.

You can ride a bike, swim more and run more to build up muscles above and below. Some people think that regular abs workouts will be enough to improve the "apple" shape, but this is not the case. The body should look harmonious, which means that you need to pay attention to all areas.

Many women with a rounded figure often perform warming and cooling procedures. They are more suitable for pears. "Apples" should pay special attention to tightening the skin, because it tends to lose tone after weight loss (especially sharp). It is necessary to provide it with nutrients, improve blood circulation in the tissues. It is recommended to undergo a massage, mesotherapy session. Such procedures make the skin more elastic, prevent sagging, and accelerate the process of burning fat.

Particular attention should be paid to the breasts. It can also sag due to weight loss. It is recommended to take a cold shower regularly, use a tightening cream. You should train in a good supportive bra.

The main goal is to accentuate beautiful breasts, slender legs and hide the prominent belly. Clothing included in the basic wardrobe should slim the body, visually make it longer, which can be done by means of ornament, color separation, cut.

You should not wear tight and shapeless things.

For women with a rounded figure, the following options are suitable:

• bustier dress;
• oblique cut, asymmetry;
• trapezoidal cut;
• balloon;
• A-silhouette;
• with smell.

It is worth choosing not straight, but semi-fitted dresses.If the shoulders are quite massive, then models with wide straps are suitable, if everything is fine with them, on narrow ones. In the summer season, young girls with a rounded figure look great in flying sundresses. An excellent option for special occasions is an Empire style evening piece.

A lady with an "apple" figure can choose flying blouses, tops with draperies, on a yoke for her wardrobe. An option that does not fit at all is classic shirts. You can opt for combined models, layering. If you really like shirts, you should wear unbuttoned jackets, Chanel-style jackets, vests over them. Do not fasten the top buttons on the shirt collar.

You can wear fairly long cardigans without a belt, sweatshirts, loose chunky sweaters, or oversized models. Ladies whose neck is short should choose clothes without a collar. Tunics can be worn that highlight beautiful legs and hide problem areas. It is not recommended to wear knitted blouses with through fasteners, noodle sweaters, tight turtlenecks.

A woman with an "apple" figure, who wants to dress in such a way as to emphasize her advantages in appearance, can hardly do without trousers.

For ladies whose legs are slender and hips are neat, almost any model is suitable, namely:

• models tapering at the bottom or straight;
• chino with low waist and tucks;
• high-waisted trousers;
• classic patterns with arrows.

Loose top is recommended. It is better to wear a tunic, blouse, top with trousers, which will fall off in light folds. A flare can be chosen if the trousers are made of fine fabric. Jeans should be fitted using the same principle. You can wear classic straight models, skinny and boyfriends. The classic will be complemented by a blazer jacket, a modern model - a tunic or a loose T-shirt. A wide variety of sweatpants and shorts are suitable for slim women with an "apple" figure. Ladies of average build can also wear such clothes, but only if the top is fairly loose.

There should not be any accents in the abdomen. If the skirt is fluffy, you can tuck a blouse into it, but put on a blazer, vest or jacket on top. With a narrow skirt, the blouse should be worn outside.

The following models are best suited for "apples":

• straight skirt with a slit or slot;
• pencil;
• trapezoid;
• with smell;
• Tulip.

If the buttocks are flat, do not choose a year. Sun flares won't work if your belly sticks out too much. You can choose the above models if these body parts are not problematic. As for the length, it is better to choose options just below or above the knee, but this rule is not very strict.

With the onset of cold weather, the "apple" figure can significantly grow thinner or become spherical - it all depends on how the woman knows how to dress.

The following options allow you to combine style and comfort:

• fur coats - autolady, straight, fur with short pile;
• jackets - shortened;
• jackets - men's blazers, long single-breasted, related to the Chanel style;
• oversized coat, balloon, double-breasted jacket, straight;
• raincoats - straight trench coat without collar and belt, A-silhouette.

For an "apple", a straight cut is well suited, as well as a trapezoid. You should not choose models with large hoods, belts, large buttons.

The best option for ladies with a rounded figure is a one-piece swimsuit.

It is recommended to choose models such as:

• longitudinal stripes in the center (they should be quite bright);
• material with a small pattern, fabrics that do not shine, monochromatic options;
• wide strings or straps in the neck area;
• side inserts (it is better to choose contrasting ones);
• V-shaped or square cutout.

You should not choose horizontal stripes, variegated patterns, light colors. For ladies who are not slim, tankinis, swimwear-dresses are suitable. If the model is still separate, it is worth complementing it with a hat with wide brim, a dress for the beach, a pareo. Such items are distracting.

Some things are completely contraindicated for ladies with an "apple" figure.

The following wardrobe elements make such women less attractive:

• rounded deep neckline;
• rough and transparent textured materials;
• thin belts for "vases", all belts for "apples";
• flounces, sleeves, distinguished by pomp;
• tight or too loose items;
• tightly buttoned, voluminous collars are not suitable for women whose neck is short;
• perfectly straight dresses;
• large geometric patterns, large flowers.

Low-waisted trousers and short skirts can only be worn by very slender and long-legged "apples".

It is recommended to choose models with heels. The ideal option is a hairpin. Platforms, shoes with wide heels are not suitable for the "apple" figure. If stability is a priority, you should opt for a wedge. The sole may be flat, but this option is more preferable for slender girls and the summer period.

You should not choose a very small or very large bag. The best option is strict geometry and medium size. It is very good if the bag is not the same color as the shoes, but at the same time it is in harmony with it. To highlight the neckline, you can use unusual earrings, several rows of chains, large brooches. The owner of a long neck can wear shawls, stoles, scarves. However, they should not be wound too tightly, they should hang down.

Much depends on the type of fabric. It can visually slim down or create extra volume. Don't choose stretch, sheer, rough textured fabrics.

For "apples", smooth, easily draped materials are suitable, which are distinguished by their softness:

• silk;
• knitted;
• thin linen;
• from woolen crepe;
• cotton.

It is recommended to abandon pastel colors and choose dark colors - black, rich green, brownish, deep purple, burgundy, dark blue. Contrasts of top and bottom are not suitable for "Yabloko". Too small and too large prints will be fat. If you really like them, you should place them not in the abdomen, but below and above it.

A woman with an "apple" figure can choose clothes so that she looks very attractive and stylish. Foreign celebrities who are well versed in the fashion world can be cited as an example.

All of the stars listed below have a rounded figure, but the flaws in their silhouette are hidden thanks to well-chosen clothes.

• Britney Spears is prone to obesity, and she has been struggling with being overweight for a long time. Thanks to persistent training, the singer manages to maintain good shape, besides, she usually selects successful outfits. Britney chose a contrast insert that hides the flaws of the problem area.
• Kelly Clarkson was quite slender and graceful in the early 2000s. Then she became a mom and gained extra weight. The singer does not suffer from complexes, but chooses outfits that smooth out the fullness well.
• Queen Latifah is a rap artist and actress who dresses tastefully and beautifully, even though her figure does not match the ideal parameters.

A good option that well hides the flaws of a rounded figure is a wrap dress.

Chanel jackets look very stylish, such clothing allows you to create a very interesting image.

A long semi-fitted tunic visually slims, it perfectly hides the problem area.

Asymmetry is one of the best options for those with rounded shapes.

You will learn more about the "Apple" shape in the following video.