Ultimately surgical intervention is the best way to fix sagging breasts. For the most part, however, the breasts themselves will remain unchanged from exercise. Additionally, certain back and shoulder exercises may improve posture and again, may give the appearance of a more upturned chest. Exercise can, however, improve the chest wall musculature (pectorals) and may result in a slightly lifted or toned appearance to the body. Some women want to try exercise to improve the look of their breasts, but the fact is that breast tissue is non-muscular, therefore not changed by exercise. Can I Do Exercises to Lift Sagging Breasts? Some women worry that breastfeeding can cause sagging breasts, however, it is more likely that the associated changes in breast size contribute to the condition rather than the breastfeeding itself. Finally, weight fluctuations, including the weight changes associated with childbirth, can stretch skin and breast tissue. Additionally, certain habits like smoking or sun exposure can alter the elasticity of the skin and contribute to increased breast sag. In fact, our skin and ligaments lose elasticity as we age, and this combined with the toll of gravity over time can cause breasts to sag significantly. There are many factors that contribute to the development of breast sagging. Correspondingly, Grade III is the considered signficant ptosis with the nipple pointing down. Grade I ptosis is considered mild, while Grade II is moderate with a nipple pointing slightly down. What is Considered Sagging Breasts?īreasts are considered sagging breasts when the nipple is at or below the level of the inframammary fold, or the crease beneath the breast. In general, the degree of breast ptosis varies based on the level of the nipple in relation to the inframammary fold.
If the pencil sits in place, some degree of sagging is likely. If the pencil falls, the breasts are considered perky. The test involves placing a pencil underneath the breasts where the bottom of the breast meets the chest wall. Some women use the “ pencil test” to measure if their breasts are sagging. How to Measure if Your Breasts are Sagging