If you’re dealing with extra stubborn fat around your belly, you know the struggle is real.
The more belly fat you have, the less everything seems to fit.
And that’s not allthere are a multitude of health risks that may come along with anoversized belly.
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The only way to lose belly fat is to lose overall body fat.
In addition, by focusing on growing core muscles, you cantone your midsection/belly."
Take the first step, and work this plan into your workout routine.
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Before you know it, you willmelt away unwanted belly fatin no time at all.
Get to it, and remember that consistency is king!
Bodyweight Squats
First up: bodyweight squats.
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To get started, place your feet shoulder-distance apart on the floor.
Lengthen your arms ahead of you, or place your hands on your hips.
Then, press your hips back to make it lower into a squat.
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Descend until your thighs become parallel to the floor.
Push through your feet to rise back to standing.
Your arms should be by your sides with your palms facing inward.
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Press your hips back and hinge forward to get into position.
Row the weights up toward your torso, then lower them back down.
Repeat with your right knee, and continue to alternate sides.
Perform three to four sets of 30 to 45 seconds.
Hold onto the handle, and step back from the machine.
Place your feet shoulder-distance apart.
Bend your knees just a bit.
Bring the handle across your body toward your opposite knee, rotating your torso as you do so.
Reverse the motion to return to the starting position.
Repeat on the opposite side.
Complete three sets of 12 to 15 reps per side.
Our final exercise for beginners is weighted marches.
Begin by picking up a kettlebell and holding it in one hand at the side of your body.
Engage your core, lean forward just a bit, and start marching in place.
Bring your legs up so your thighs are parallel to the floor.
Perform three sets of 20 to 30 reps.
