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SunshineNo1
SunshineNo1 Posts: 35 Member
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Hi,

This is my current belly. I want to reduce it and have a flat tummy eventually. not sure if this is achievable by diet and exercise alone without surgery?

I am not into surgery and I want to get this done in a healthy way. Through workout and healthy eating and lifestyle.
Is this possible.

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  • Sharonmdenham
    Sharonmdenham Posts: 163 Member
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    Yes it is possible , but you have to work for it. Lots of exercise and eating a healthy diet. Don't expect to lose it all in a week or even in a month, expect to lose 1-2 pounds weekly and you will keep it off. Good luck!

    You would not be a candidate for surgery, most doctors want you to be at least 100 pounds overweight and it has to be affecting your health.
  • silken555
    silken555 Posts: 477 Member
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    Alas I can't see the image.

    You can't spot reduce. Your body will get rid of fat wherever it's predisposed to lose it first.

    Consider adding a weight lifting routine to your exercise plan. Weights tend to create a focus on fat loss rather than just weight loss.

    I'd also recommend reading this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
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    A flat stomach (and abs) comes from a reduced body fat percentage. You may or may not have skin issues and you may or may not hold onto weight there longer than anywhere else. It's hard to say - we all lose differently based on genetic programming.

    With 60lbs to lose, I would put this issue on the back burner if I were you. Just keep a moderate deficit, be patient, give it time. Do exercise you enjoy (strength training is a must....heavy lifting gives the most bang for your buck). Continue to work at it and when you get within 10-20lbs of your goal, you'll have an idea of where you will end up.
  • SunshineNo1
    SunshineNo1 Posts: 35 Member
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    Yes it is possible , but you have to work for it. Lots of exercise and eating a healthy diet. Don't expect to lose it all in a week or even in a month, expect to lose 1-2 pounds weekly and you will keep it off. Good luck!

    You would not be a candidate for surgery, most doctors want you to be at least 100 pounds overweight and it has to be affecting your health.

    Thanks I am 60 pounds overweight. I am 185 as of last week and trying to get to 125 pounds or atleast 130 pounds. But definitely want a flat tummy.
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
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    Alas I can't see the image.

    You can't spot reduce. Your body will get rid of fat wherever it's predisposed to lose it first.

    Consider adding a weight lifting routine to your exercise plan. Weights tend to create a focus on fat loss rather than just weight loss.

    I'd also recommend reading this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

    Second this link.
  • SunshineNo1
    SunshineNo1 Posts: 35 Member
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    Alas I can't see the image.

    You can't spot reduce. Your body will get rid of fat wherever it's predisposed to lose it first.

    Consider adding a weight lifting routine to your exercise plan. Weights tend to create a focus on fat loss rather than just weight loss.

    I'd also recommend reading this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

    For some reason I dont know why image is not showing. But you can copy the image link above and put in address bar and it does opens the link for the image. Thanks for replying. i will definitely do weight lifting which I didnt wanted before as I thought I will build bulky muscles.. LOL
  • SunshineNo1
    SunshineNo1 Posts: 35 Member
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    A flat stomach (and abs) comes from a reduced body fat percentage. You may or may not have skin issues and you may or may not hold onto weight there longer than anywhere else. It's hard to say - we all lose differently based on genetic programming.

    With 60lbs to lose, I would put this issue on the back burner if I were you. Just keep a moderate deficit, be patient, give it time. Do exercise you enjoy (strength training is a must....heavy lifting gives the most bang for your buck). Continue to work at it and when you get within 10-20lbs of your goal, you'll have an idea of where you will end up.

    Thats a great advice. Thank you. Will definitely focus on reducing the weight first.
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
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    i will definitely do weight lifting which I didnt wanted before as I thought I will build bulky muscles.. LOL

    Omg you will NOT get bulky. Check out these inspiring lifting ladies and notice no bulk. :noway:

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1096001-halp-heavy-lifting-made-me-supah-bulky
  • dmpizza
    dmpizza Posts: 3,321 Member
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    First, I applaud your openness. But I think you are putting the cart before the horse, in other words you have a decent amount of weight to lose before you see what you will really look like. I recommend you eat right and exercise a good deal.
  • SunshineNo1
    SunshineNo1 Posts: 35 Member
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    i will definitely do weight lifting which I didnt wanted before as I thought I will build bulky muscles.. LOL

    Omg you will NOT get bulky. Check out these inspiring lifting ladies and notice no bulk. :noway:

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1096001-halp-heavy-lifting-made-me-supah-bulky

    Thanks for the inspirational posts. I would love to lift weights and become strong.
  • jardimgirl
    jardimgirl Posts: 522 Member
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