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Tips To Lose Belly Fat
Can you suggest how to lose belly fat?
(25 Jun 2008)
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Belly Fat Loss Fitness Plan
Belly fat is a very common problem and everyone afflicted with it yearns of having a washboard flat stomach. Fat gets concentrated in the abdominal region due to stress, food allergies, bacteria, bloating as well as inflammation. Men naturally tend to suffer from belly fat, and the modern sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise compounds the problem.
In order to get rid of the belly fat, it is important to eliminate the layers of fat accumulated on top of your abs. The first step to losing belly fat includes a healthy diet, rich in fresh fruits, vegetables and salads made with olive oil dressing. Avoid salty foods, processed foods, sugars and carbohydrates and consume more fibre. Avoid snacking between meals, junk food as well as alcohol. Have at least a handful of nuts daily since they contain good fats that fight the fat accumulating on your belly. Drinking 6 to eight glassed of water daily avoids fluid retention.
Apart from this it is important to lead a relatively stress-free lifestyle and exercise regularly. Breathing exercises and yoga help to reduce belly fat and to stay trim and fit. Walking regularly as well as cardiovascular exercises such as jogging, aerobics, swimming, and bicycling are beneficial. Abdominal exercises help to lose belly fat. Lie on your back on a floor mat and move your legs in a cyclical motion. Repeat this for 5 minutes. In another exercise you should lie on the floor and raise your legs till they are perpendicular to the floor. Raise your hips slightly and hold for 5 to 10 seconds before returning to the initial position. Do 5 sets of 15 repetitions of this exercise. There are several such abdominal exercises that are beneficial in getting rid of belly fat. Consult an expert for the best exercises for you.
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answered by G M on 25 Jun 2008, 6:47:45
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