So You are looking at your pale legs like me, thinking, they are so not ready for Summer season, right? That was me in January, when I looked at my legs and created a summer legs challenge to work on areas that were not flattering, which prevented me from rocking killer legs in the summer!
I am so happy with my results, I’ve decided to share my summer legs tips with you! Let’s get started!
How to have great legs this summer!
I’ve started by addressing problem areas, I know, it’s always about starting with things that bother you! In my case, they were cellulite, visible veins, stretch marks, shape, marks.
Instead of just being upset about the final outcome, I looked at the things that I would change that could possibly give me the killer legs I wanted, without going to a SPA nor paying for premium treatments!
Let’s look at the problems together:
Problems
Cellulite
I’ve found out that you can diminish the upholstered cushion look with a cream or gel containing caffeine, which enhances blood flow.
But my most powerful weapons were: I decreased the consumption of fattening, processed food items and raised my workout game, which I will share in detail later!
Visible Veins
You can camouflage them with a self tanner or body bronzer. I also noticed that my light skin after the winter wasn’t flattering to the visible veins, so I’ve added outdoor walks and dog strolls to my workout routine to give my legs that natural sun glowing look!
Make sure you don’t expose your skin without a good moisturizer with SPF and avoid being out between 12-3.
Stretch Marks
An OTC retinol can improve it and most effective when they are new marks. You can also conceal them with a self-tanner.
Mine are inside my legs and not visible and even though they are not new, I’ve noticed a visible change just by using the retinol!
Shape
I knew my home workout was not giving me the results I wanted, so I hired a personal trainer and I will share the summer legs workout tips she has given me, since we’ve started in January!
She addressed my food and water intake (hyperlink to two other posts) and has brought me on a journey to great summer legs by using one technique at a time.
We’ve been using Pilates, Reformer and TRX and resistant bands to shape my legs and give that toned look I was looking for!
It’s still a work in progress but you can use in home equipment to get the same results!
Marks and Blemishes
You know I have seasonal allergies. I also have allergies to some creams and razor blades, I know, isn’t that crazy? Sadly, many people actually suffer allergies after shaving, resulting even in ingrown hairs. This may be the reason why some women choose laser hair removal. As long as you get it done once, you can stop doing the leg shaving ritual every week (or more often, in some cases). And while I love the idea of it, I don’t know why, but I prefer shaving my legs for now. And yes, I’m very particular about choosing the right razor for the job! Well, brands such as Schick Hydro Silk are something I use so that I can get great legs without having those red bumps and blemishes popping up, and Shoprite is my local store to get it! They have so many different options!
My weekly routine is simple: “Ready, Shave, Shine”
- Ready: Prep my legs for a great shave
- Shave: Choose the right Schick razor, yes because the brand has so many options!
- Shine: Seize the Day and Rock My Legs
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I hope my summer legs tips helped you get started, no matter what is bothering you, all the above or just one little thing, I want you to know that you can get great results, spending a fraction of what people normally spend to fix them!
Because having great legs this summer doesn’t need to come with a high price tag!
Above all, I want to share that I wish to have healthy looking legs as well, to be able to enjoy my active life and our family adventures and if they look pretty, well, that’s a bonus, a great one, right??
Are you ready to join my summer challenge and rock that beautiful summer dress or pair of shorts?
I know I am getting there!
Pic of me at Mom 2.0.
As usual, share your tips for great summer legs and give us a Trendy Shout.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Schick . The opinions and text are all mine.
very helpful tips. Thanks for sharing such an amazing article. you are an amazing blogger.
This is excellent advice! Feeling good about your body, especially your legs when you wear items that expose them, is the key to summertime bliss! It’s really important to take whatever measures are necessary to feel comfortable in summer wear. Nicely done! Thanks so much for sharing!
I wish I have killer legs as what they call it. I have cellulite and some veins appearing due to tired legs.Thanks for the tip
Great tips! I really love my legs! But they requiere a lot of workout
I love that three-step routine, makes everything sound fun with showing our legs! Schick has always been there for me, I’ve always used their brand more than the others. Nice chance to win a promo!
Fabulous tips!!!! Nothing beats shaved legs though! I just love Schick. Always get the best shave with there razors.
These are some great tips. I definitely need to start getting my legs ready for summer!
Well I can tell you, I love it when my girl rocks out those summer legs of hers.
it’s always a major plus in any guys book. (lol and I mean that in the most complimenting type of way)
Your’s look amazing.
Sounds like great tips for all the ladies.
Just the post i was looking for this summer.
Such a gorgeous legs! Thanks for sharing these helpful tips.
Great tips! Summer has finally arrived and all of your info will come in quite handy.
These are some great tips. I don’t really have to worry about color on my legs, I’m dark year round, but I have some of the other problems listed.
Your legs look amazing. I just got with the issues that I have. I do need to shave my legs.
Great tips – thanks for sharing them! love Schick!
I love Schick, they always leave my legs nice and smooth. It’s almost that time of year. That’s for sure!
Your legs look great. I need to get some color on mine before i go to a beach this summer.
I’m working hard at getting my legs in shape for the summer! I need to lose this baby weight.
These are great ways to keep our legs summer ready. I love the Schick Hydro.
Could use a good summer challenge. It is summer here way longer than just the “summer” months.
Whatever you’re doing is definitely working for you because your legs look incredible. I need to target some upper thigh cellulite myself and will try your suggestions.
These are some great tips. I really don’t like my legs, so I could really work on them. I can never tan, so I have pale skin. It makes it hard to get nice legs.
I love Schick razors, they give such a close shave!
Such a good tip I need to have a good legs for this summer
Great advice! This winter was harsh on my legs so I’ve been working on softening them up.
Thank you for these tips! We all need to pamper our legs to make them ready for any season! I always remember to moisturize and to rest with my legs propped up on pillows. That way I ensure proper circulation and avoid varicosities in my legs.
Our legs are one of the most attractive parts of our body and in order to keep it attractive we have to make sure we maintain it well. I love the tips! I always make sure I moisturize mine especially during the warmer days of the year.
YES to a tan camoflauging ugly veins!! I have really bad spider and varicose veins and need all the help I can get in the summer!
These are wonderful tips. I have visible veins and I’m following all your tips. Thanks for sharing.
I need some color on my legs. That’s my bigger problem. Outside of that, I have super dark hair and look like I have a 5 o’clock shadow, so a good razor is a must.
My wife was jus saying she needs to get her legs summer ready!! These are great tips, it seems like summer crept up on us this year.
Thanks for the wonderful tips! I didn’t know that caffeine can improve the appearance of my cellulite 😀
I am horrible with this. With 6 kids I am lucky if I have a chance to take a shower! Now that it’s summer I need to get on the ball!
lol I remember having three in the house. Shaving my legs was def. I had to deliberately make time for then. 😉
Look great there! 🙂 I am also really picky about what I use on my skin because I was recently diagnosed with eczema. And of course, I just want my skin to look smooth. I travel a lot and Schick Hydro® Silk are always in my bag; they’re affordable enough that I have an oops and leave them behind it’s not like, “Oh god, I just left a $25 razor in my hotel room!”
I’ve been working on my legs for a while now to get them summer ready! These are great ways to rock our legs!
Those are all great looks. If you’ve got the legs, show ’em off! I especially love that old school hippy look.
Great tips. I need to get my legs in summer shape! Love the blue toenails – I have the same ones right now!
Summer is creeping up on me. I am so not ready for it, I need to get my legs in shape. Time to break out that razor and sunless tanner!
Way to go! You look terrific!
I have very pale legs and visible veins, as well. I will definitely be trying out your tips.
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Traci
I totally love that off the shoulder dress! You look so great in it too. Way to rock your legs!
Schick Hydro is by far my favorite razor! I don’t think I would ever use anything else!
I definitely need to restart my clean eating plan. I also need to get some bronzer for my white legs as I’ve not been out much recently to get that glow.
Beach season will be here in a few weeks, so I definitely need to stock up so my legs are ready!!