Abdominal obesity, aka 'Pot belly', or 'beer belly' is a common
feature usually among men and women whose calorie intake is not
commensurate with their energy dissipation. This is usually an
embarrassing problem for many who sometimes go great lengths,
including having liposuction, to get rid of it.
Wrong eating and drinking habits are the major culprits responsible
for this situation, however factors such as age, stress, even genetics
could play key roles in bringing about this condition.
But studies have shown that this situation can effectively be
controlled and reversed with the right amount of exercise and diet.
For food; imbibe the habit of drinking only water when thirsty, reduce
your carbs intake especially if you have less physically demanding
activities for the day. Stock up on vegetables and fruits like
cucumbers watermelon, etc. Opt for fibre rich foods, avoid fatty and
fried foods. Eat at set and regular times of the day, never skip
breakfast.
For exercise, take long walks twice every week. Perform 2 to 3 sets of
10 reps of push ups or press ups every morning, and increase reps as
you develop strength and stamina. Exhale deeply when you exert energy,
in this case in the upward movement.
As your strength increases, you can incorporate weight training,
focusing on pullovers. Other tips include; avoid a sedentary
lifestyle, never sit for too long in one spot, you can walk around the
house when home more. The idea is to increase metabolic activity in
your body, thereby burning off food stored food.
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