Hey everyone,
I've been struggling with stubborn belly fat for a while now, and no matter how much cardio or dieting I do, it just doesn't seem to budge. I've heard that strength training can be really helpful for reducing belly fat, but I'm a little confused - do I need to be losing weight overall for this to work?
For context, I've been trying to stick to a healthy diet and get at least 30 minutes of cardio in most days of the week, but despite seeing progress in other areas, my midsection seems to remain unchanged. I'm hoping that incorporating some strength training might help, but I don't want to get too focused on the scale if it's not necessary.
Any advice or personal experiences with this? Thanks in advance!
Hello everyone!
For me, strength training has been a game-changer in my weight loss journey. I started working out regularly last year, with a focus on weightlifting and strength training. I wasn't particularly overweight, but I had a lot of stubborn belly fat that I was struggling to get rid of despite doing cardio and eating clean.
Incorporating strength training into my routine was a bit daunting at first since I wasn't used to lifting weights, but I quickly got the hang of it. Like the previous users, I also noticed an improvement in my midsection despite not losing much weight overall. My belly started getting toned, and my abs began showing finally.
However, I should note that I also had to make some changes to my diet to support my weight training. I started eating more protein-rich foods and healthy fats, which provided the nutrients my body needed to build and recover muscles.
Overall, strength training has been a massive help to reduce my stubborn belly fat, and it has also helped in improving my health and fitness. I'm more confident now and feel great about my body. I would definitely recommend incorporating strength training into your routine. Just be sure to pair it with a healthy diet, and you'll see the results you're hoping for!