subject: 5 Steps To Lose Stomach Fat [print this page] Now some of us may be thinking that losing our love handles, spare tire or whatever else we call stomach fat; is a waste of time because it's a lot of hard work and we're tired enough as it is already with daily responsibilities.
But there are several ways to lose all that extra fat around the tummy area and these are not as hard as we think they are. By following a simple diet and exercise program, we have already found the best way to lose belly fat.
FIVE EASY STEPS TO LOSE STOMACH FAT
First of all, there is no shortcut when it comes to losing weight, including stubborn stomach fat. The best way to lose belly fat is by strictly following our diet and exercise program and keeping focused on our goal so as not to be easily dissuaded should temptations to quit arise.
These simple steps can help us lose our love handles and have our tummies trimmed and slimmed in no time:
1.Lose weight - For some people, concentrating mainly on losing stomach fat is their ultimate goal but those who have tried it will be quick to point out that by simply focusing on the stomach and not working on the entire body, we may find that losing the love handles is not easy.
Studies show that the best way to lose belly fat is to lose weight. It has been found that fat around the belly area is one of the fastest to go away when we are trying to lose weight.
2.Eat more whole grains - Whole grain foods rich in fiber not only flush out toxins in the body; they also make us feel fuller. Couple these whole grain foods with fruits, vegetables, small servings of low-fat dairy products and lean meat; and we have just come up with the perfect diet that will help us lose weight more effectively.
3.Eat less junk food - Junk foods like chips are not only divest of any nutritional value; they also make us feel even more hungry the more of these that we consume. All that unhealthy fat and calories from these foods get easily stored in the stomach area hence; the best way to lose belly fat is also to avoid or at least lessen junk food intake.
4.Reduce alcohol intake - Alcoholic drinks have calories too, and these tend to be stored more in the stomach area than anywhere else in our bodies. Alcohol also raises our blood sugar levels which in turn will most likely increase our appetites. It's a chain reaction best avoided if we want to lose all that belly fat.
5.Exercise - A good combination of muscle training and aerobic exercises such as brisk walking is likewise the best way to lose belly fat. Aerobic exercises help us not only get physically fit, they also help us lose weight. Muscle training will help us get the six-pack or at least a flatter and firmer tummy if we do it regularly.
There is not one specific thing that we can do to lose belly fat but a good combination of all of the above is the best way to lose belly fat - and fast!
