The main purpose that comes to the mind when one hears of corsets and basques is
that it enhances your figure, sometimes altering it by pulling in the waist which works to give a wonderful posture. From the 16th century waist reduction through corsets was widely spread.
In the early centuries tight lacing for waist reduction was a must in all women. Waist reduction was achieved by wearing corsets for a long period with very tight lacing. Women tolerated to a great extend and have achieved astonishing results, which have even been recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records of women reducing the waist to an amazing 15 inch.
Current wearers mainly use the corset for support and tighten slightly to show the waist in dimensions within 18 24 inches. Through proper waist training results can be achieved gradually with no harm to the body. Waist training begins with selecting the right corset, eating healthy and following a exercise programme. Corsets specially made to boost waist reductions are ones with a smooth under bust style that covers the stomach area fully without reaching the hips. The focus of the compression of these corsets should be on the waist line.
The key factor is on tightening the corset. As with any new thing, it should be implemented with gently tightening, gradually tightening it more once the corset had broken in to your body shape. Tightening too quickly is not only harmful to the wearer but also damages the corset. Depending on how often the corset is worn, the corset will reshape to your body figure with 2 weeks to 2 months.
Waist reduction must be done gradually with the help of well planned exercise, healthy diet and using of the corset. You can set weekly goals to achieve maximum results.
As with any type of new training, your waist reduction plan should be discussed and planned with the physician. He will be able to help you to select the best dietary change and exercise programme to suit your lifestyle. Even the body supporting garments to be used corsets will be guided by the physician and routine follow ups will be required to ensure that you are reaching your goals and to make any changes as required.