According to a recent health survey, 25.9% of adult population in England are obese and a further 37.9% are overweight but not obese. The question of how to shrink your belly has become a popular question recently due to the rise in obesity, and a TikTok channel called "Losing Belly Fat" has just 75 million views.
Although there are many ways to eliminate belly fat, one expert has developed what he calls a "unique abdominal workout."Leon Bolmeer, fitness expert and director of Geezer's Boxing, said it would help eliminate belly fat and sculpt toned abs.
León said the routine is designed to be done two or three times a week, with at least one day of rest in between. He said to do three sets of 10 to 15 reps for each exercise.
Plank with shoulder taps (target core, shoulders)
Leon said:
- The plank and shoulder taps are one of the most effective ways to develop toned abs and should be part of your workout.
- Start in a high plank position with your forearms on the floor and your elbows under your shoulders so your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
- Tighten your core, tap one shoulder with your other hand, then return to plank position.
- Repeat alternating sides for desired reps.
Dead Bug (middle target, lower back)
Leon said
- The Dead Bug is a more unusual exercise that most people may not be familiar with, but its productivity is undeniable .
- Lie on your back with your knees and feet bent and face up on the floor.
- Extend one arm toward the ceiling and the other leg outward, keeping your lower back pressed against the floor.
- Next, slowly lower your extended arm and leg toward the floor, but do not allow your lower back to arch.
- Maintain core tension throughout the movement, return to your starting position and repeat with your arm and leg in opposite direction.
Bicycle Crunches (Upper Ab Targets, Obliques)
Leon said:
- Another most commonly used exercise for the abdominal muscles is bicycle crunches, and you should lie on your back with your knees bent and Feet flat on the floor, with your hands.
- Start behind your head. After assuming this position, lift your shoulders off the floor, rotate your torso, and bring one elbow to the opposite knee while extending the other leg outward.
- Switch sides in a continuous motion, imitating a pedalling motion.
Hollow body position (targeting torso, shoulders)
Leon said:
- One of the most challenging aspects of this workout is the hollow body position.
- Lie on your back with your arms and legs extended and lift them off the floor.
- Tense up Use your core to lift your shoulders and legs slightly off the floor, forming a slight "C" shape with your body.
- Hold this position for as long as you can maintain proper form, with the goal of improving your hold time Time.