Blast Belly Fat – How to Get Abs!

4. HOW CARBS AFFECT BELLY FAT

Scientists believe that refined carbohydrates may increase belly fat. Therefore, throw out the refined carbohydrates and replace them with whole grains. Stock up on natural, fiber-rich carbs such as fruits, vegetables and legumes. These foods are low in calories, high in nutrients and full of fiber, which makes you feel full.

5. EXERCISE TO BLAST BELLY FAT

You could choose to lose belly fat through diet alone. However, research shows that cardiovascular exercise targets belly fat, particularly the dangerous, deep kind of belly fat (visceral fat) that causes health problems. Furthermore, exercise can help reduce the loss of muscle mass that occurs during dieting. A combination of exercise and diet will also increase the amount of weight loss and you’ll blast belly fat faster.

Choose a cardiovascular activity you enjoy, whether it is running, biking, rowing, swimming or stair-climbing .
Exercise 4-6 times per week for 30 to 60 minutes at moderate to high intensity.
If you been sedentary start slowly and build up
If you have been active for a while, why not try High Intensity Interval training This is a proven weight loss method and will help you blast belly fat in no time. HIIT not only blasts fat in a workout that generally only lasts 20 minutes, it also tends to spare muscle mass.

6. STRESS BUSTER

Yes, it’s easier said than done, but stress may cause belly fat. Stress causes elevated levels of the hormone cortisol. Cortisol promotes increased deposition of deep belly fat. Cortisol also increases our appetite for sugar and fat laden foods. Therefore, stress makes blasting belly fat and general weight loss more difficult. Apart from taking time out, reading a good book or just relaxing, effective activities to reduce stress for those who struggle to unwind are Yoga and Tai Chi.
Smoking and alcohol increase cortisol levels, so if you’re serious about blasting that belly fat, you know what to do…

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