Ah...UltraShape. Let me tell you a little something about UltraShape, okay? It's pretty awesome. I've been dieting and exercising for about two months now, and I've had two UltraShape appointments (with one left to go) as part of this sponsored campaign. The results have left me VERY happy. You know all of those beach selfies you've seen all over Instagram this summer? Well, I'll never be one of those women who plaster photos of them in a bikini all over social media, but I have become one of those women who feel much more confident in a bikini in general! I even snapped this little pic of my flat belly on the beach in Cancun in early August!
Pardon the awkward angle, I am not used to taking photos of myself in a bikini!
You can read all about why I wanted to participate in this campaign in this UltraShape blog post, and about my first UltraShape session here. Today, I want to talk to you about how my second appointment went and what a difference I am seeing in my belly!
This was before my first session...
And this is after my second session - just keep in mind that I've also been dieting and exercising during this time (which was about 5 weeks time) and had lost about 10 pounds as well.
I am still working on toning my abs - this is the hardest part of weight loss for me, as I am sure it is for most women who have had babies - but I am loving the results so far!
I love them so much, in fact, that I took these pics before heading out to the beach!
Just in case you missed the first two installments of my UltraShape series, here's a little information about the UltraShape procedure that I am having done.
WHAT IS ULTRASHAPE?
UltraShape is the latest, FDA-cleared, non-surgical body-shaping procedure that uses pulsed, focused ultrasound technology to selectively and permanently destroy stubborn fat in the stomach region.
How does UltraShape work?
UltraShape ultrasound energy destroys the walls of fat cells in your body, releasing the fat in the form of triglycerides. The triglycerides are then processed through the liver and eliminated from the body naturally. The surrounding tissue, nerves, and muscle are left unharmed.
After you and your physician determine the exact treatment area, a specially designed belt will be wrapped around your abdomen and a soothing gel will be applied onto your skin. A trained UltraShape technician will glide the UltraShape transducer over the treatment area, gently delivering painless ultrasound pulses.
Now, just to keep this all 100% real, I have to tell you that while my first UltraShape appointment was 100% pain-free, I did experience some discomfort during my second appointment. My first session was so totally comfortable and when I felt that twinge of pain during my second session, it totally surprised me! Sometimes during the treatment, you'll feel a warmth in your belly fat as the pulse moves through each area. It's not uncomfortable at all - but during my second appointment, there were a few times when I felt a jab of heat to the point that it was hot. It wasn't a terrible pain; it didn't bring tears to my eyes or anything like that - but it was definitely uncomfortable for a few seconds. Fortunately, the technician moves the UltraShape machine over your stomach relatively quickly, and the discomfort only lasts as long as the ultrasound energy is being directed at that particular area. So for the few seconds it was targeting a specific area, I would feel discomfort, but as soon as she moved the machine to the next area, it went away.
My technician explained to me that the reason I felt the discomfort was that as they began targeting different areas of fat cells, those fat cells were being destroyed, so that the next time the ultrasound energy targeted them, there was less fat for the energy to pass through and I was feeling it in my muscle.
So basically, the discomfort meant that the process was working!
Hey, I'm not complaining. If a few seconds of discomfort can allow me to rock a bikini, BRING IT ON.
I am really happy with the progress I am seeing from my UltraShape sessions! I can't wait to share my final results and photos with you!
Check out UltraShape on Social Media!
Website: http://www.UltraShape.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UltraShape
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UltraShape
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/UltraShapeUS/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/UltraShapeUS/
Tamie says
i would be happy if I looked like your before pictures! ? you look great!
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
I have some extra pudge, too and I would love to see it go away. I would love to try this.
Pam says
I hadn't heard of UltraShape until I saw it on the blog. It sounds really interesting.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
You look great! I've definitely got to look into this. Work it!
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
Way to go! You are looking fabulous, and way to take a rounded approach to the situation.
Marcie W. says
You look gorgeous in both your before and after shots but I can definitely notice a difference. UltraShape looks like a great way to tighten and tone.
Crystal says
You are smoking hot in that bikini! It makes me happy to know how confident you feel. Both you and UltraShape are rocking it.
Theresa says
My belly is definitely my problem area. I would love to try this for a little extra help in that area!
Jeanine says
I have heard some great things about ultrashape. This sounds pretty awesome. You look amazing!
Ann Bacciaglia says
I think you look amazing. I will have to see where the closest clinic is to me that offers UltraShape. I would love to find out more about it.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
I haven't heard of UltraShape and appreciate your honest report about your experience. You look great and it seems a great booster for getting into shape.
Shannon Gurnee says
Way to go girl! I would love to get my body into better shape! Very inspiring post!
Christie says
I can definitely see a difference! You're looking great, Jen! Keep it up
Seattle Travel Blogger says
I keep hearing about this on the radio and wondered how it works. Seems like a really helpful way to get rid of that pesky belly fat!
Chrystal | Nevermore Lane says
This sounds like a wonderful product. One that could help so many feel a bit better about themselves without surgery.
Onica (MommyFactor) says
Your getting some great results using ultra shape. Cant wait to see the final.