Why Has My Round Bottom Flattened Out? (And What Can I Do About It?)

For many individuals, the shape and contour of their buttocks play a big role in their body confidence, and if you've noticed a flattening of your once-round bottom, rest assured that you're not alone. Various factors contribute to changes in your buttock shape over time. 

Read on as Tarik Madni, MD in Southlake, Texas, highlights the common reasons why your round bottom may have flattened out, actionable steps to address its natural curves, and where body contouring fits into the picture.

Why your bottom has flattened out

There are many reasons why your once-round bottom may have changed shape over the years. Here is a list of potential contributing factors: 

Age and loss of collagen

 As you age, your skin loses collagen and elasticity. Collagen production can start to slow down as early as your late twenties.

When your skin loses elasticity, it can contribute to a sagging or flattening effect in various areas of your body, including your face, your breasts, and your buttocks.

Lack of muscle tone

A sedentary lifestyle could also be to blame. Insufficient physical activity can lead to weakened gluteal muscles 一 a group of muscles that includes your gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus 一 and weakened muscle tone leads to a loss in definition in your buttocks.

Weight loss

Rapid or substantial weight loss can result in a reduction of fat volume in your buttocks. This can create a buttocks with a flatter appearance.

Poor posture

Believe it or not, slouching affects your buttocks! When you slouch, poor posture can strain your hips, weaken your core, and weaken your glutes. 

Genetic factors

Genetics play a role in determining body shape and the distribution of fat. Some individuals may naturally have a flatter or rounder buttock shape.

What can you do about a flat bottom

While it can be disconcerting to watch your once-round bottom flatten, it’s important to note that there are steps you can take to restore its contours.

Exercise

Exercise is important for your overall mental and physical health, but if you focus on your gluteal muscles, you can add some muscle definition back to your behind. Incorporate targeted exercises to strengthen and tone the gluteal muscles. Squats, lunges, and hip thrusts effectively enhance the natural curves of your buttocks.

Don’t stop at strength training! Combine strength training with cardiovascular exercises to burn excess fat and promote a toned physique.

Diet

As you add more strength training and cardio to your workout routine, don’t forget to fuel your body. Maintain a well-balanced diet rich in protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients to support your lean muscle mass and overall body composition.

Surgery

Body contouring procedures can help restore the shape of your buttocks. This is especially helpful when your flat bottom has developed as a result of weight loss.

Post-bariatric body contouring, particularly lower body lifts, can help enhance the shape and contours of your buttocks (and abdomen and thighs) after you’ve lost a lot of weight. During a butt lift, Dr. Madni pulls up loose and sagging skin to create a firmer, rounder appearance. Because your skin is pulled, it also helps reduce the appearance of dimples. 

Is body contouring right for you?

If you’ve lost weight and are unhappy with loose, saggy skin on your bottom, schedule your consultation with Dr. Madni. During your consultation, you can discuss your aesthetic goals with our team and determine if body contouring is right for you.

Ready to get started? You can reach us at 817-518-7983 or through our online scheduling system.