Have you ever searched your entire closet to find a pair of high-waisted jeans to fit?

When that happens, it may be time to make some changes.

You’re not alone; getting rid ofstubborn belly fatis the most common fitness goal people have.

sled push exercise to get rid of waistline fat

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It’s important to know that you might’t complete your fitness journey with exercise alone.

It’s necessary to cut calories, and also be sure to makestrength traininga priority in your workouts.

you’re gonna wanna emphasize compound strength exercises that target multiple muscle groups.

sumo deadlift exercise to lose that top layer of belly fat

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Compound exercises will torch more calories and elevate your metabolism to burn fat.

Let’s get ready!

Here are five exercises that you could start incorporating at the gym today to get rid of waistline fat.

trainer doing dumbbell renegade row

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Keep your chest tall, squat down, and grip the bar between your legs.

Return the dumbbell back to the ground, and then perform a row with the other arm.

Complete 3 to 4 sets of 6 reps for each arm.

trainer demonstrating dumbbell reverse lunges to shrink belly fat faster

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Perform 3 sets of 8 reps on one side before switching to the other and repeating.

Landmine Presses

For Landmine Presses, put the barbell inside a landmine attachment.

Assume a staggered stance with one foot forward and one foot back.

landmine shoulder press exercise to lose belly fat and slow down aging

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Grab the bar, keeping your chest tall and core tight, then press it forward.

Keep your eyes on the floor as you push the sled.

sled push exercise to get rid of waistline fat

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