The Real Way to Get Rid of Belly Fat

Belly fat is often the most difficult weight to lose. It's no secret that belly fat is difficult to target, but while there's no one-size-fits-all solution, there are a variety of techniques that have proven successful for people the world over. Through a combination of a well-structured diet and targeted exercise, you can make belly fat a thing of the past.

Instructions

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  Cut calories. Reducing caloric intake is the most effective way to cut down on belly fat, as well as the fat on the rest of your body. Cutting approximately 500 calories a day will help you shed one pound of fat in a week's time. Determine the amount of calories your body needs and adjust as you see fit.

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  Exercise your abdominal muscles. While "ab" exercises aren't a quick fix for getting rid of belly fat, they can be very effective when combined with a strong diet regimen. Keep in mind that lifting heavy weights for a small number of repetitions will create bulky muscles. For the purpose of getting rid of belly fat, it's best to do a higher number of reps, with lighter weights. Rather than focusing only on abdominal exercises, it's beneficial to exercise the rest of your upper body as well, such as your chest and back.

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  Avoid alcoholic beverages. The term "beer belly" exists for a reason; alcohol is loaded with empty calories, many of which end up around your abdominal area. If you must drink alcohol, limit yourself to no more than one drink a day, and avoid mixing it with sweet, sugar-laden liquids, such as soda.

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  Stay away from sweets and other foods that are high in sugar. The body is adept at converting sugar to fat, especially those that are found in processed foods, such as soda and candy. Sugar found naturally in vegetables takes far longer to burn, and is much more healthy to consume in the long run.