If there’s one common enemy that most of us have battled in life, it’sstubborn belly fat.

You know, that frustrating extra padding around your midsection that seems determined to stick around no matter what.

Then, find out which6 Belly Fat Exercises You Should Start Doing in Your 30s.

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Dumbbell Squat-to-Press

The dumbbell squat-to-press is a dynamic full-body exercise.

This compound movement combines the strength-building benefits of squats and overhead presses.

Hold a pair of dumbbells at shoulder height, palms facing forward.

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Bend your knees, and shift your hips to lower your body into a squat position.

Slowly lower the weights, then repeat."

Keep your shoulders back and spine neutral as you stand up while lifting the weight straight upward.

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Pause, then push off your right heel to return to the starting position.

Then, switch legs.

Continue alternating with each rep." Perform three sets of 12 to 15 reps per leg.

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“Set up in a tabletop position on all fours.

Step your feet back so your body forms a straight line, with your hips and knees fully extended.

Lower onto your forearms, keeping your hips low and your elbows directly beneath your shoulders.

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Engage your core to hold this position as long as your workout dictates.

Aim for three sets of 30 to 60-second static holds.

Bicycle Crunches

This dynamic exercise will help you chisel those desirable side abs.

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“Place your hands behind your head lightly, but avoid pulling your neck.

Engage your abs to lift your upper body off the floor slightly.

You should feel the movement in your obliques or the sides of your abs.

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Return to the starting position, then switch sides.

Continue alternating with each rep.” Do three sets of 15 to 20 reps per side.

It also adds a rotational component for enhanced functional strength.

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“Bend both knees simultaneously to lower down into the lunge until your knees form right angles.

Rotate back to the center, then push off your right foot to return to standing.

Do three sets of 12 to 15 reps.