10 Belly Fat Loss Hacks You Need to Know Right now!

I know what you're doing to say - it's hard to lose belly fat.

Sure, I'll be the first to admit it's an issue for most people today. 

It's been an issue for me too. 

Rare are those spared from dreaded belly fat progression.

Hormones are to blame for this one - not to mention the whole gamut of diet attempts we've all undertaken over the years. 

All of this can magnify that stubborn belly fat accumulation.

That fat on the belly (mainly visceral fat) stops us from putting on any form of muscle mass. 

So, if you are working out at the gym and attempting to eat healthily - it may not be working for you.

But that's not the only problem. 

Put diabetes and other health problems into the mixture of belly fat accumulation.

If that's not enough to get you to do something about it, then think of having a flat belly - or perhaps a six back.

Yes, that can be you, even if your look right now resembles a baby bump (even though you may be a man). 

I get it!

There have been times people have asked if I'm pregnant myself - and no, it was just a bloated belly.

Here I will outline the steps to get rid of belly fat. 

But first, a warning.

It's challenging; it takes work and commitment.

I don't have a magic pill for you or a particular shake.

All I know is what's worked for me and countless others. 

It's good old, sheer hard work, sweat and maybe a few tears - but it's oh so worth it!

One: Make your sprints! Find yourself a hill, or get on a treadmill

Then sprint up the mountain or on an incline, as fast as possible. 

Do that for roughly 20 minutes. Make sure you are finding it hard to catch your breath. That means you're doing it right!

Do this 2–3 times per week - no excuses and no stopping. 

You need to do this regularly for at least three months to get results. Perhaps longer.

Just do it - it works.

Two: Strength train! Yes, I know, here I go again - but it works!

Shave those rest periods to about 10–60 seconds whilst doing a larger volume of reps. 

The more lactic acid build-up (that sweet burning sensation), the greater the hormone response. 

Push through the burn, guys; it's good for you. 

You may shed a tear if it's all too much (I know I have!)

Three: Train like a strong man

Get that inner warrior out and ready. Do this at least once per week. 

That involves using things like tire flips a sledge or even kettlebells. 

Make sure you do both upper and body exercises to get a full-body workout and a considerable hormone response in the process.

Four: Stop wasting time doing ab crunches

They don't work! 

Instead, use multi-joint exercises like squats, deadlifts and lunges. 

If you have a flab on your belly, no amount of ab crunches will help. You have to burn off the fat to see muscle. 

Use your time effectively by performing those strenuous exercises, and you will be well on your way towards having abs.

Five: Increase the amount of protein you eat during every meal.

Make sure it's a lean and low-calorie alternative.

Six: Lower your carbs, increase fat

Eat more omega three rich foods to make your cells more receptive to insulin. 

Aim for about 120g carbs from low glycemic sources. 

Better yet, why not carb cycle, so you get the best of both worlds.

Seven: Lots of fibre every day

Low fibre diets make it harder to get rid of toxins, including belly fat and poor insulin health.

Eight: Gut health is essential

If you have gut issues, it can make it harder to lose belly fat. 

For example, if our gut is inflamed, we will experience higher cortisol levels, making us more susceptible to gaining belly fat.

Nine: Practice mindfulness

Keep a gratitude journal, writing down at least three things that made your life better today. 

Try a gratitude journal here (I created it).

Showing gratitude helps to lower cortisol and create a better mental health outlook.

Ten: Drink lots of water and sleep more

Two powerful things, yet people don't do enough of each. 

Try to sleep at least 6–7 hours a night, and drink 3 litres of water to keep yourself hydrated and in top performance.

Last but not least, I want to leave you with something to get excited about.

Dark chocolate once in a while is allowed (ok, a few sides a day is ok too). 

You've been so good reading up until the end, and I think it's important to note that having a treat like dark chocolate every day is helping you combat inflammation and making you feel good.

So, it's not so bad after all.

Go on then, what are you waiting for?

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