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Belly fat workouts for a flat tummy in New Year

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Dec 27, 2023, 07:00 IST
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​​Reducing belly fat is possible​



Reducing visceral belly fat is a common concern. Your waist-band area is where your belly fat is stored. Even while it may not look good, belly fat has been linked to a number of significant illnesses, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, and various heart conditions. You can do some belly fat workouts to burn fat, gain muscle, and define your abs if you desire a flat stomach.

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Plank

The core is a collection of key muscles that connects the pelvis, spine, and upper and lower abdominal muscles. The conventional plank works these muscles. Since planking targets the arms, legs, and back in addition to the abdomen, it burns more calories than other stomach exercises.

The proper way to perform a plank is as follows:

With your forearms parallel to the floor, lie flat on your stomach. Lift the body off the ground by using the forearms and toes as support. Make sure the legs, back, head, and neck are all in a straight line. Once you find a comfortable position, hold there for a while before going back to where you were.
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​​Sit-Ups​


This exercise regimen is very beneficial for strengthening the muscles that make up the abdominal core and reducing the amount of fat that builds up around the stomach and intestines.

Here's how a sit-up should be done correctly:

Place your feet slightly apart and stand upright. Extend your arms forward to the level of your shoulders. Lower your body to a squat position and then straighten it back up to stand. Ten times over, repeat.

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​​Bicycle crunch​



Make sure to twist your core during this exercise, and try not to strain your neck or pull with your hips. Draw your shoulders away from your ears and plant your lower back into the floor.

The correct way to execute a bicycle crunch:

With your legs bent and your heels flat on the ground, lie on your back. At the base of your skull, interlace your fingers. By using your core, rising your knees, and raising your upper body off the ground, you may start the exercise. Twist your torso while bringing your left knee and right elbow toward each other while exhaling. Extend and straighten your right leg simultaneously. Continue with the opposite leg.

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​Naukasana (Boat pose)



The word "nauka" means "boat." Your body forms the shape of a boat in this pose. This is among the best poses for decreasing abdominal fat. This workout strengthens the spinal and core muscles. Throughout the pose, lengthen your spine and open up your chest.

How to correctly do the Naukasana pose:
Lean back on your tailbone while seated. Stretch your legs aloft to create a V shape. Raise your arms forward until they are parallel to the ground. Hold for one minute at most. Do this two or three times.

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​​Walking​



A very basic aerobic workout that keeps you in shape and helps you shed tummy fat. If you're attempting to lose a few pounds, walking and a balanced diet can help a lot. Even thirty minutes of vigorous walking in the fresh air can aid in the reduction of belly fat. It also has a beneficial impact on your heart rate and metabolism. Running is good for burning fat even at low speeds. Furthermore, you can perform this exercise without any equipment. It also aids in the removal of fat from other bodily parts.

Also Read: Exercising to reduce high BP? Read what study done over 30 years has found

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