That layer of belly fat!

We have to be at a calorie deficit while continue with strength training to lose fat. Cardio is also important for your heart & lungs but it isn't necessary in your case if you want to lose fat unless you are in a very small deficit & need to create a bigger one.

Also that can attribute to genetics. Some people store most of their fat on the belly (apple) while others in the hips, thighs & butt (pear) which means that it is where the last thing that will lose fat. So if you're an apple, don't despair. All it takes is a little more patience & soon you will see a flat stomach.

Define "have belly fat." Even fitness models and body builders have belly fat. They just happen to go on an extremely low carb diet to get the six-pack to show for photo shoots and competitions. And then they go back to having belly fat, just like us regular mortals.

My problem too. All my fat seems to be on my belly. My arms and legs are very thin. i think i look like an apple with cocktail sticks stuck in it.

Typically the area that collects weight first is the last to go, I also had this problem but as the above posts state keep up the cardio and strength training and it will go.

I've just started the 30 day shred, hoping to get in better shape in general, but my belly is my true target area. I need to reduce my body fat %. Once I get over the initial soreness, I'm going to add in additional ab exercises because I don't think there's enough of it in her program, at least in level 1. I like to do reverse crunches combined with leg raises. You can feel it everywhere in your core. Lay on your back, arms by your sides. Start with your legs about and inch off the ground. Raise your legs straight up in the air, then use your abs to lift your butt/lower back up. Just make sure not to use the momentum from raising your legs to propel your butt off the ground, you need to keep your abs engaged.

Once I finish this program (and I should be at my goal weight), I'm going to shift my focus to lifting weights, less cardio. I'll keep up with some cardio for heart health, but I know that I need to build some muscle in order to get the look I want. I'm a pear shape too and I doubt I'll ever lose enough fat to not have jiggly thighs and rear, but if I can get a flat stomach I'll be happy.

Also that can attribute to genetics. Some people store most of their fat on the belly (apple) while others in the hips, thighs & butt (pear) which means that it is where the last thing that will lose fat.

what if you're belly, hips, thighs and butt (like me)? apple pear?
i dont even know what shape i am lol. i got a pot belly, a wide butt and hips.