How to lose your ‘love handles’

We all have parts of our bodies that we are not happy about or just not proud of, and for most people, those parts are their ‘love handles’.

However, we need to understand that exercise on its own is not enough to make our bodies perfect. We need to combine lifestyle and exercise to achieve anything. By making changes in our unhealthy daily habits, we will easily get rid of not only our ‘love handles’, but also many of our health problems.

Here are some tips that will help you say goodbye to those ‘love handles’:

First of all let’s consider diet. We shouldn’t starve ourselves; we should eat proper meals with a minimum of unhealthy fats. And don’t forget to drink lots of water! This is very important.

Boost your intake of protein

Start adding high-quality protein to your diet if you don’t consume enough. This helps you lose fat and keeps you feeling full longer. As proof, studies have been done that showed that diets containing more protein helped to reduce belly fat faster.

Set up an aerobic fitness routine

Cardio exercise is essential for reducing body fat. You should start regular aerobic exercises to get rid of those ‘love handles’. Also, it would be great to consult with a professional trainer who can advise you on the optimal exercise programme. Maybe you could start with 30 min of jogging or running every other day and then slowly increase the time.

Cut your alcohol consumption

Alcohol and sports are incompatible. If you have to train the next day, it’s better to think twice before drinking. First of all, it is an additional load on your heart. Secondly, it causes feelings of hunger, even if you are not really hungry.

Do Russian twists

Russian twists can be effective since they are more intense than ordinary sit-ups. Take a seat on the floor with your knees bent. Use dumbbells or a medicine ball for added weight while twisting your torso from one side to the other.

Do side plank lifts

Lie down on your side with your elbow, hip, and leg on the ground. Keeping your legs stable, start by raising your torso off the ground, and slowly bring your body back down. Do your chosen number of reps and repeat on the other side. It is important to keep your body straight.

Do bicycle crunches

Lie on your back with your legs straight and your hands behind your head, not clasped. Start by lifting your shoulders and upper back off the floor. Twist your right elbow toward your left knee and then switch sides.You should do this exercise as quickly as possible.

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Sources: https://brightside.me/inspiration-health/7-simple-steps-to-get-rid-of-love-handles-703610/