Crossing your legs may be the most popular way of developing varicose veins (those purplish knotted veins found at the skin's surface, usually behind your calves). Veins become varicose when their valves (the tiny flaps which help bring the blood up to the heart) malfunction. When this happens, gravity takes its toll, and the blood fails to get pushed up. Your blood is somewhat trapped and remains stagnant, thus distending the veins.
Here are 5 ways to improve your blood circulation and lessen your chance of developing varicose veins:
1. WORK OUT. Whether it's running, aerobics, pole dancing, or yoga, pick way to be active and do it regularly. Physical activity helps the blood on your legs flow, so get a move on.
2. CHOOSE YOUR SHOES. Avoid your heels when you can. Low-heeled shoes don't strain your calf muscles as much, which is better for your veins.
3. TAKE A BREAK. Too much of anything is bad for you. Food, a sedentary lifestyle, and in this case, standing up or sitting down. Be mindful. If you've been standing too long, sit down. Or vice versa.
4. LOSE WEIGHT. Being overweight puts pressure on your legs, causing a strain or circulation. Excessive weight can deform and weaken veins. This compromises blood circulation and leads to the formation of varicose veins.
5. UNCROSS YOUR LEGS. Crossing your legs for prolonged periods of time distends the veins of your calves. Uncrossing them relieves pressure and reduces the risk of varicose veins.
Here are 5 ways to improve your blood circulation and lessen your chance of developing varicose veins:
1. WORK OUT. Whether it's running, aerobics, pole dancing, or yoga, pick way to be active and do it regularly. Physical activity helps the blood on your legs flow, so get a move on.
2. CHOOSE YOUR SHOES. Avoid your heels when you can. Low-heeled shoes don't strain your calf muscles as much, which is better for your veins.
3. TAKE A BREAK. Too much of anything is bad for you. Food, a sedentary lifestyle, and in this case, standing up or sitting down. Be mindful. If you've been standing too long, sit down. Or vice versa.
4. LOSE WEIGHT. Being overweight puts pressure on your legs, causing a strain or circulation. Excessive weight can deform and weaken veins. This compromises blood circulation and leads to the formation of varicose veins.
5. UNCROSS YOUR LEGS. Crossing your legs for prolonged periods of time distends the veins of your calves. Uncrossing them relieves pressure and reduces the risk of varicose veins.
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