A waist training belt is a special workout tool that is designed to help maximize your hip to waist ratio for a more slim yet curvy silhouette. Designed similar to a corset and customized in fit to wrap around your waist, this belt is supposed to pull your stomach muscles together, strengthen your core, and allow for better posture.

To get the most out of your waist training experience, use these tips to help give you a slimmer body. You can use these tips every day with the approval of your doctor to get the beautiful and slim silhouette you desire.

Start Small

Since a waist training belt is ultimately designed to manipulate your ribs and muscles into an hourglass shape, you don't want to do too much too fast. Start at the most comfortable tightening when you first begin wearing this belt so you can breathe comfortably and allow your body to get used to the pressure of this unique body shaping tool. As your body gets used to the waist trainer, you can increase its tightening levels until you reach the maximum slimness you are hoping for. Don't over do it: starting small gives you the most natural results in the most healthy way. If you aren't sure what is an appropriate belt for your size and body type, contact a company--like Her Daily Deal--for more information.

Wear for Short Periods

Wear your waist training belt for short periods at a time, increasing the time you wear it as your comfort levels rise. Start by simply wearing a waist training belt at home while relaxing or getting ready for the day, and then increase your wear to a few hours at work or school. If you start slow and wear your belt in smaller increments, you can increase them over time while giving your body and mind time to adjust.

Continue Exercise

A waist training belt is not designed to help you lose weight or give the appearance of weight loss, it is simply meant to manipulate the waist to have a smaller appearance. As you train your waist to slim down and become more hourglass in shape, continue exercising and eating healthy. Do not wear a waist trainer when you are doing heavy impact exercise, such as running or lifting weights, unless your doctor gives you the OK. You want to be able to breathe effectively to make your workouts more successful, and until you get used to your waist trainer you can be short of breath during high-impact workouts.