Belly fat (Weight loss or toning)

hbbkt · January 2019

Despite losing a significant amount of weight I still have belly fat that I would like to reduce. I know that a balanced diet and exercise are both key to this, and that you can't spot reduce. However, I'm unclear whether I need to lose more weight in order to get rid of the belly or if it's more a matter of toning and strengthening. I would like to be clear on what my goal and focus is. Any input?

quiksylver296 · January 2019

Are you willing to post a picture? Hard to give any advice without an idea of where you are currently.

hbbkt · January 2019

For sure. I'm including a pic. I'm currently weighing in at 136. My lowest (last year) was 120. Like someone mentioned earlier, I find that as I lose weight my body keeps shrinking proportionally but I don't seem to be able to get rid of the belly.

shadow2soul · January 2019

Are you doing any strength training?

hbbkt · January 2019

Not currently. I was doing some 2 days a week (a combo of strength with some cardio intervals) as part of a group fitness class from May-Oct 2018. Then I changed jobs and couldn't do the classes anymore. I didn't notice much of a difference in my body composition when I was doing it, but maybe 6 months wasn't long enough. I guess I'm wondering if strength training would do it, or if I should still try and shed a bit more weight.

Edited to add: I definitely know I need to add some strength training to my routine, just struggling to find the right fit.

TeaBea · January 2019

This thread is really helpful: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1161603/so-you-want-a-nice-stomach/p1

hbbkt · January 2019

Thanks, I'll check it out!!

TavistockToad · January 2019

I'd go with a small deficit and start lifting

https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10332083/which-lifting-program-is-the-best-for-you

imxnianne · January 2019

TavistockToad wrote: »

I'd go with a small deficit and start lifting

https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10332083/which-lifting-program-is-the-best-for-you

Great advice. Focus also on abs workouts. Leg lifts, etc.

hbbkt · January 2019

Thanks everyone! Very helpful

Belly fat (Weight loss or toning)

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