I often recommend low-impact exercises as they are gentle on the joints while still providing a challenging workout.
That’s why I rounded up 10 of the best low-impact exercises forlove handlesto help youachieve a slimmer waistline.
Incorporate these low-impact exercises into your fitness routine to effectively target and banish those love handles.
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Remember to pair them with a balanced diet and regular cardiovascular exercise for best results.
Always listen to your body and consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise regimen.
Sit on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat.
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Lean back slightly, and lift your feet off the ground.
Clasp your hands together, and twist your torso to the right, bringing your hands beside your hip.
Return to the center, and twist to the left.
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Complete three sets of 15 reps on each side.
Begin in a side plank position with your elbow directly beneath your shoulder and your feet stacked.
Lower your hips toward the ground, then lift them back up.
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Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
Complete three sets of 12 reps on each side.
Lift your shoulders off the ground, and bring your knees toward your chest.
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Switch sides, bringing your left elbow toward your right knee.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and place your hands behind your head.
Lift your right knee toward your right elbow while crunching your torso to the right.
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Return to the starting position, and repeat on the left side.
Complete three sets of 15 reps on each side.
Standing Side Crunches
Standing side crunches target the obliques and help improve balance and stability.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms extended overhead.
Crunch your torso to the right while bringing your right knee toward your right elbow.
Return to the starting position, and repeat on the left side.
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Complete three sets of 12 reps on each side.
Lift your right leg off the ground, and draw large circles in the air, clockwise.
Reverse the direction of the circles.
Complete three sets of 10 reps in each direction on each leg.
Begin in a forearm plank position with your elbows beneath your shoulders and body in a straight line.
Dip your right hip toward the ground, then return to the starting position.
Repeat on the left side.
Complete three sets of 12 reps on each side.
Lie on your back with your legs raised and your knees bent.
Keeping your upper body stable, slowly drop your knees to the right as far as you could control.
Return to the center, and repeat on the left side.
Complete three sets of 15 reps on each side.
Toe Touches
Toe touches target the upper and lower abs while also engaging the obliques.
Lie on your back with your legs extended toward the ceiling.
Lift your shoulders off the ground, and reach toward your toes.
Lower back down, and repeat.
Lie on your right side with your legs straight and stacked on top of each other.
Lift your left leg toward the ceiling, keeping it straight.
Lower it back down with control.
Complete three sets of 15 reps on each side.
