Introduction
The female silhouette has always been an object of fascination, with the waist and hips being two of the most prominent parts.
Difference between hips and waist
The hip is an anatomical area located between the trunk and the thighs, where we can find a series of bones, muscles and fatty tissues. On the other hand, the waist is the area where our torso reduces in size before reaching the pelvis, and where we can clearly see the change in direction of the trunk towards the pelvis.
Hips
Regarding the hips, we can find three main bones: the ilium, the ischium and the pubis, joined together by joints called sacroiliac joints.
In the case of women, the body tends to store fat in the hip area, which makes them wider than those of men. In addition, the width of the hips can vary depending on age, genetics, physical activity or diet, among other factors.
Waist
The waist is the area located between the rib cage and the pelvis, and is considered one of the most important measurements when evaluating physical condition. of a person. A narrow waist is synonymous with good cardiovascular health, while a wide waist is usually indicative of obesity and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
To measure our waist correctly, we must place the measuring tape between the ribs and the iliac crests, and measure at the midpoint between the two. If our measurement exceeds 88 cm in women or 102 cm in men, we must take measures to reduce our waist size.
Conclusion
In summary, although hips and waist are two different regions of the body, both are important in a person's aesthetics and health. Maintaining a narrow waist and toned hips is essential to increase our quality of life and prevent diseases.
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