tummy fat.

Same here.. and I don't know what to do, either.

I'm finding it so hard to lose tummy fat, i've lost a few inches around my legs and arms but I haven't lost anything around my tummy, it actually looks quite ugly now as it looks like it sticks out more.
I do a lot of cardio and in between I do strength training, I actually do more strength training than cardio! I know the tummy is the last to lose weight but this is ridiculous!

Keep losing weight. It will go away.

I'm finding it so hard to lose tummy fat, i've lost a few inches around my legs and arms but I haven't lost anything around my tummy, it actually looks quite ugly now as it looks like it sticks out more.
I do a lot of cardio and in between I do strength training, I actually do more strength training than cardio! I know the tummy is the last to lose weight but this is ridiculous!

Keep losing weight. It will go away.

I agree, I used to have a very small waist and now there's a bulge/shelf whatever. Slowly but surely it is diminishing and in the end it will go too. Believe it or not, there is a sort of redistribution during the maintenance phase. Also recommend doing core work as it helps develop the pelvic girdle which pulls in the stomach.

Yep, same problem here. Most of my fat is in my stomach and back. I've lost half an inch from my thighs and 1.5 or 2 from my arms. I've just accepted that it's coming off this way and at least it IS coming off.

I heard Dr. Oz say pure raspberry ketones help. I'm going to give it a try since I'm in the same boat.

Your stomach sticks out more because you've lost weight in your upper abdomen and the sides of it.

The front will go next! Have faith. Keep going! Good luck.

Exercise helps. Abdominals are better, but just a lot of walking have helped me tremendously.

What are you eating? Exercise does no good if you are eating bad. IMO, it's 80% diet,10% workout and 10% genetics. Eat clean, watch your sodium and sugar, drink a ton of water and tea, cut out alcohol. It's amazing the benefits that will have. Then add a combo of cardio and strength training will help make them show and lean out. Do core exercises rather than strictly ab exercises. Focus on adding planks, v ups, hanging leg raises, etc, into your routine instead of simply crunches.

Good luck!!!

BTW - i have lost more than 10 inches in my waist doing exactly what i am talking about since mid-March. Add me for added help and motivation if you would like!

Good luck!!!

Good Advice!!!

Keep doing what you're doing...Cardio and strength training is key as well as eating well. Try staying away from processed foods and try to eat as cleanly as possible. This is what worked for me...be patient it will come :~)

Good luck :bigsmile:

What are you eating? Exercise does no good if you are eating bad. IMO, it's 80% diet,10% workout and 10% genetics. Eat clean, watch your sodium and sugar, drink a ton of water and tea, cut out alcohol. It's amazing the benefits that will have. Then add a combo of cardio and strength training will help make them show and lean out. Do core exercises rather than strictly ab exercises. Focus on adding planks, v ups, hanging leg raises, etc, into your routine instead of simply crunches.

Good luck!!!

BTW - i have lost more than 10 inches in my waist doing exactly what i am talking about since mid-March. Add me for added help and motivation if you would like!

Good luck!!!

She is exactly right There is a quote I read once that said, "Abs are born in the kitchen". You can have a really nice strong core doing all those ab exercises, but if your still carrying a bit of fat you wont see the results til you modify your diet. Look at your fat intake. You may be following the recommended amount, but remember every body type is different. At 5" 3 122 lbs you cant have THAT much of a belly your at the ideal weight range according to the BMI. If your looking for that *cut* look to your stomach there can be genetics involved there too. If your comparing yourself to those model/fitness trainers that you see on the cover of fitness magazines, they go through a pretty strict diet routine a few weeks before a photo shoot sometimes and/or they just have them naturally . I bet if you saw them sitting on the couch watching TV, nice and relaxed, they would have a little *pouch* too. hehehe

Are you staying within the reccommended fat allowance? Make sure you are eating "healthy" fats too. Try cutting it down by 5-10 g a day and really focus on that core area. Along with your normal strength and cardio.

Best of Luck! and remember sometimes we just have to find a point where we accept ourselves no matter what believe are imperfections

Dr. Oz is an idiot. And don't waste your money.

Amen to that brother

Just be patient Are you taking progress pictures? If not, start. My belly is GROSSSS as well.. but I have noticed a change is SHAPE! I can tell where it is starting... it does take the longest though.. belly fat is really hard to get rid of, just don't let it discourage you.

What it comes down to is overall body fat lose, not weight loss. I say this because you need to preserve your lean body mass in order to have definition. This means heavy weight training and generally a small calorie deficit (generally 20% less than tdee) is about the best option. Next is just time and diet. It wont happen over night and you need a very clean diet (whole foods, lean meats, fish, fruits and veggies). Minimize processed foods as much as possible (not necessary but i stay away from grains and most dairy for this reason). You can minimize cardio but if you must, try HIIT as there have been studies that suggest HIIT is effective at cutting fat and maintaining muscle.

With that said, if you post your height, weight and age and workout program (length etc) and job we can estimate how many calories you need.

Weight comes off in the order it was put on. Just be patient -- it will come off. For women, fat is primarily stored in the tummy, butt, and legs (sorry, can't change evolution!).

I wish i stored fat in my butt! lol. My weight primarily has come off my boobs and my butt and my arms. Most of us do store a lot of our fat in our tummy but I think where the rest is distributed depends on body type, diet, type of exercises you do, etc.
If only I could take some of my tummy fat and move it to my boobs and butt! That would be a dream come true!

For most people, belly fat is the last to come off. Be sure to know what your body shape is (hourglass, pear, apple, etc.) -- because that might give you an idea about what parts of your body go "down" first! :-)

How long has it been since you first started working out? It usually takes a few weeks before you start seeing results.