Consider this the ultimate belly fat burner.
This yields similar results if you were to do aerobic or cardio exercises.
In addition, this research revealed a decrease invisceral fatwhen performing strength exercises.
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Needless to say, in order tolose your bellyand fat all over, strength training reigns king.
This form of physical activity helps you build muscleandelevates your metabolism.
In addition to the traditional strength training exercises, you could incorporate bodyweight movements into your regimen as well.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
And one of the bestbodyweight exercisesyou can do toburn caloriesis the pushup.
It can really be done anywhere and engages your chest, shoulders, triceps, and core.
Keep reading for five pushup exercises to lose belly fat.
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Gear up for a true belly fat burner!
Lower your body with control until your chest is just above the floor.
Instead of pushing up as you normally would, push yourself back toward your hips while bending your knees.
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Complete three to four sets of 15 to 20 reps. Raise your feet up to elevate them on a sturdy surface such as a bench or a box.
Flex your triceps and chest at the top to finish.
It stretches out your core and improves your shoulder mobility.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Talk about killing two birds with one stone!
Begin by getting intoyou guessed ita pushup position.
Drive your hips up toward the ceiling, and get a solid stretch in your hamstrings.
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Swoop down toward the ground, leading with your head by your chest.
Right before your body reaches the ground, push yourself back up, flexing your triceps to finish.
Get down on the floor, and place your hands under your shoulders in a tabletop position.
Next, turn your forearms inward about 45 degrees to form a diamond with your hands.
Have your knees bent but just above the ground.
Keep your weight evenly balanced between your hands and the inside balls of your feet.
Lower yourself by bending at your elbows while pushing your knees out and keeping your back flat.
Keep your core tight, and lower your body, using control.
As you bring yourself down, pull one knee toward the elbow of the same side.
Perform the next rep by switching to the other knee.
Complete three to four sets of six to eight reps for each side.
