How Do I Lose the Belly Fat?
I just want to know what can I do to lose my belly fat without losing weight anywhere else?
Madelyn Fernstrom, Ph.D.
iVillage Health Editor-at-Large Madelyn H. Fernstrom, Ph.D., CNS, is the Today show’s Diet and Nutrition Editor as well as the... Read more
A: You'd be surprised how many people ask this question - it's a great one. Since it's not pounds you need to lose, it's time to focus on your muscle tone in your "core" (that's stomach and back). First, check your posture - standing up straight forces you to start working those abdominal muscles. It takes a lot of practice to do this. There are 3 sets of "stomach" muscles (abdominals). Check out a magazine like "Fitness" of "Self" for some easy ab exercises, or rent a DVD. If you can, get a session with a trainer at a local gym, to learn a set of exercises for you, and to learn proper form. While you don't want to lose pounds, you'll want to minimize "bloat" that sometimes is confused with belly fat - so limit your salt intake from all sources (limit processed foods and nix the salt shaker).
The great thing about exercise is that you start to see results relatively quickly - within a couple of weeks. That really helps to keep you connected to your exercise plan.
Good luck! Anyone else have some suggestions for getting rid of belly fat?
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