You have tried situps, cardio, natural remedies, fad diets, and weight lifting exercises but nothing seems to get rid of that stubborn muffin tops aka abdominal fat. Sounds familiar? If yes, it's high time to include some different (also easy) exercises which can surely help you get rid of them. Also known as love handles, that belly fat collecting around your torso is a key indicator of poor overall health and gorging on junk food.
So, to help you get rid of them, here we have mentioned 5 exercises that can help you in shedding off the extra fat accumulated around your butt.
Crunches
This exercise uses almost all your body muscles except your arms and is very beneficial in reducing abdominal fat and toning thigh muscles.
How to do
Lie straight on your back and flex your knees while you lift your feet off the floor. Place your palms behind your head. Once you are comfortable in that position, curl up and try to reach touch your knees with your elbows.
Planks
You may find plank exercises difficult in the beginning, but once you get the hang of it, it will be very beneficial for your body. It targets upper abs, lower abs, biceps, and shoulders.
How to do
Kneel on the mat and place your forearms on the mat. Extend your leg and make sure that your legs and neck form a straight line. Retain this position for at least 30 seconds then relax. Do 3 sets of 15 reps.
Sumo Squat
Just like crunches, sumo squats also target your full body and focus more on your core and thigh muscles.
How to do
Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.With your hands clasped together at your chest, push your hips back and squat down like you normally do. Ensure your back is straight and upper body lifted.Lower your lips until your thighs are parallel to the ground. Hold this position for at least 10 seconds then relax.Repeat this 15 times a day.
Russian Twist
Russian twist exercise targets your obliques, upper abs, lower abs, and glutes and helps you keep love handles at bay!
How to do
Sit on the mat, lift both your legs, keep your knees flexed and lean back a bit. Make sure that your shoulders don't touch the ground. Place your arms behind your head and then twist your upper body to left and then to the right.
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Hip Twists
The intensity of this exercise is again intermediate, it works well for your muffin tops.
How to do
Start with forming a plank position.Make sure your body is in a straight line. Now, slowly twist your hips to the right and then to the left side. Repeat this at least 15 times a day for effective results.
Disclaimer: All content, including tips and suggestions, is entirely based on research and data available on the internet. So, it is advised not to construe it as professional medical advice and consult a doctor before making any changes in your diet.
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