Belly fat is one of the most stubborn forms of fat, which refuses to go even when you are on the last leg of your weight loss journey. The first step to reducing it is finding out whether it is pointing a finger at any underlying health condition. If it is regular body fat formed due to lack of enough exercise, excessive sitting or a general sedentary lifestyle, you can work on it by making gradual, small changes.
Here are a few tips for it. Exercising Crunches, which is a core workout routine, is an effective method to reduce belly fat. This workout that strengthens the rectus abdominus muscle is amazing, not just for aesthetic reasons but to maintain a healthy and fit body too.
Those who aim for a six-pack figure do not miss crunches at the gym. Besides correcting our posture, crunches could keep away back pain too. Moreover, you could do crunches without interrupting other bodily functions.
Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Cross your arms over your chest or hold them behind the head. Engage your abs, lift your head and shoulders off the floor and hold the position for a few counts.
Then, slowly lower yourself back down. Make sure that your hips are rested on the floor while doing crunches. Do not forget to breathe in while lifting your head and shoulders.
Focus on the muscles and breathe out while lowering yourself back down. A study published in the ‘Strength and Condition Research’ says that crunches which is an excellent exercis.