If you cringe at the thought of going to the gym, listen up.
Bodyweight exercisesoffer an amazing alternative to traditional weight-lifting workouts.
The following is my top bodyweight workout for women to melt hanging belly fat after 30.
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Aim to complete at least three rounds, resting for one minute between each round.
Work up to six rounds total for a 30-minute workout as you improve your fitness level.
Complete the workout at least twice per week in conjunction with a healthy diet for the best results.
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This exercise also helps improve posture and stability, which is vital for overall health.
Keep your spine aligned, and engage your core, thinking about pulling your lower ribs toward your pelvis.
Hold this position without allowing your hips to sag or lift too high.
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Maintain a slight squeeze in the end range for about one second.
The full-body movement helps to burn calories, thus assisting inmelting belly fat.
To perform a squat, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing slightly outward.
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Engage your core as you begin to lower down, pushing through the full foot.
Push evenly through both feet to return to the starting position.
Repeat for the target time.
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They also engage the abdominal muscles, supporting a strong core.
Rotate your left foot inward slightly as you lower your left knee for optimal biomechanics.
Lower your body until both knees are bent at a 90-degree angle, pushing through the full foot.
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Return to the starting position by driving through the front foot.
Repeat for the target time, then switch sides.
They also involve the lower abs and core.
The engagement of these muscles supports the reduction of belly fat.
Keep your gaze forward and your chin tucked to maintain alignment.
Repeat for the target time.
This exercise engages multiple muscles, including the abs and hip flexors, providing a more comprehensive core workout.
Lift your head and shoulders off the ground, engaging your core.
Bring your right elbow and left knee together while extending your right leg.
Switch sides, bringing your left elbow and right knee together while extending your left leg.
Continue to alternate sides in a pedaling motion.
Repeat for the target time.
