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Best Easy Exercises to Lose Belly Fat

Jumping jacks can also be used to lose belly fat. These exercises are considered a cardiovascular exercise, but they also work nearly every muscle in the body.

Musasi Isaac by Musasi Isaac
July 28, 2022
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There are many easy exercises you can perform at home or the gym to help you lose belly fat. But which ones are the best for your belly?

KAMPALA | NOW THEN DIGITAL — When you’re looking for some easy exercises to lose belly fat, you should try bench hops, jumping lunges, and the Captain’s chair. 

  • These simple exercises will help you to target all of your muscles, including your obliques, glutes, and hamstrings. These exercises are also known as ab crunches. 
  • You’ll need to perform a plank position while doing them. Then, bend your knees and bend your legs. As you twist your upper body, make sure to squeeze your core.
  • For example, the side plank exercises are great way to lose belly fat. The side plank exercise requires you to hold a dumbbell at your chest while you bend your knees. 
  • Start with a single set and then increase the number of reps and time as you progress. Make sure to keep your pelvis squarely in line with your body, and breathe deeply. 
  • You may also find this article useful: Best ways to lose belly fat overnight.

You should aim for 20 reps in each of these variations. Here are some tips to make these movements even easier:

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Bench hops

If you’re looking for easy exercises to lose belly fat, bench hops are a great way to get a high-energy workout while toning up your thighs and back.

You can perform bench hops on a chair or weight bench. You should perform three sets of 15 reps, alternating leg lifts and squats. The important part is to be sure to warm up before you begin.

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Performing these exercises will help you burn fat while reducing your risk of many diseases. 

To do bench hops, lie on your back and bend your knees, bringing one knee up towards your chest and the other leg away from your body. 

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Repeat the exercise for at least 15 repetitions, and it will help you tone your abs. The best part is that it is quick, easy, and only takes 5 minutes of your time.

Bench hops for belly fats
Bench hops

Jumping lunges

These compound movement exercises, called jumping lunges, can be done at home. They target the thigh muscles, lower leg muscles, and abdominal area while providing a cardio boost. 

As with any exercise, practice slowly and gradually increase the number of reps. The goal is to perform at least five sets of jumps without losing form. 

They can help burn belly fat and build lean muscle.

To perform jumping lunges, you need to have a sturdy surface. A box that is about the height of your mid-calf is a good option. 

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and bend your knees. Swing your arms and land lightly on the box, while bending your knees. 

Repeat the process with your other leg and then alternate legs. Alternate leg movements will increase the burning rate of each leg.

Jumping lunges are an excellent choice for those looking to lose belly fat. They work the same muscle groups as a normal lunge, and you’ll get a high cardio workout by switching your leg positions mid-air. 

To make these exercises more fun, you can use a jump rope to perform the exercise at home. Just be sure to follow proper form to avoid injuries. It will take less than five minutes to perform a full set of jumping lunges.

The next exercise to add to your workout regimen is the split squat. These exercises work the hamstring and glute muscles and improve your posture. 

These exercises can be done in a one-minute set or two-minute intervals, depending on the amount of time you have to dedicate to the exercise. 

And if you want to see results quickly, you should try them. But make sure to do them regularly.

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Jumping lunges

If you’d rather not do jumps, squat jumps are also a good option for you. Both exercises require you to jump in an upright vertical position without pitching your body forward. 

You can also perform squat jacks, a hybrid of jumping lunges and squats. To perform these exercises, you need to extend your legs wide and lift your arms above your head.

Captain’s chair

Captain's chair exercise

To get the best results from captain’s chair exercises, you need to engage your core muscles. You can do this by keeping your knees together in midair, raising them above your hip flexors, and then bending them. 

This will strengthen your core muscles and give you a better body. This exercise will be most effective if you do it slowly. 

For beginners, the best way to do this exercise is to sit in a chair, then bend your knees slightly.

This exercise will work the rectus abdominis, the long flat muscle running down the center of your stomach, known as the six-pack. 

It is responsible for flexing the spine and stabilizing the knee. 

It will also work the Tensor Fascia Lata, the muscle located on the outside of the thigh, which helps stabilize the knee and hip joint. 

This exercise will help you lose belly fat and develop lean abdominal muscles.

Hanging leg raises are another effective movement for the rectus abdominis muscles. You can also add a pull-up bar to the chair to increase the challenge level. 

To hang from the pull-up bar, grab the bar with wide hands and make sure your core is engaged. Single-leg captain’s chair leg raises are harder and require more core strength. 

You’ll have to lift one leg at a time. 

These exercises look like kicks and require more core strength than hanging leg raises.

If you’d prefer to avoid the captain’s chair, you can perform lying leg raises instead. These exercises target the same muscle as the captain’s chair and can be performed at home. 

To perform this exercise, you’ll need a chair that supports your back. You’ll need to put your hands on the pads of the captain’s chain. Ensure that you maintain proper form as you raise your legs.

When performing the captain’s chair exercises, keep in mind that they target your abdominal muscles as well as your external obliques. 

This isolation exercise allows you to target your core muscles, while not overworking the rest of the body. 

A captain’s chair exercise is a great tool for building core strength, so it’s important to focus on it. This exercise will help you develop lean and toned abs.

Reverse crunch

reverse crunch benefits

The reverse crunch targets your lower belly and strengthens your core. You can do it anywhere. This exercise targets your transverse abdominals, the deepest part of your abdominals. 

Once you master the other versions of the crunch, you can progress to the reverse crunch. 

The more muscle you have underneath your belly, the more appealing you’ll look. Here are some tips to do reverse crunches.

Begin by performing three sets of 10 reverse crunches a day. If you’re out of shape, start with three sets of ten. As you gain strength, increase the number of crunches you perform each day. 

To perform a reverse crunch, lie on your back and place your hands underneath your shoulders. Then, bend your knees and lift your hips toward your chest. 

Your abs will feel tight, so hold the position for a few seconds. Then, come back to the original position.

While the traditional crunch puts pressure on your neck and spine, the reverse crunch doesn’t do this. 

By keeping your head flat on the floor and lifting your legs to your chest, you strengthen your rectus abdominis and transverse abdominis, as well as your external obliques. 

You can perform this exercise on a mat or on the floor. Then, repeat it 12 to 16 times for fast results.

The reverse crunch is also of the best easy exercises to lose belly fat because it strengthens your core muscles. It’s easier on your back than traditional crunches and sit-ups. 

If you’re new to fitness, consult a certified personal trainer before you begin. 

If you’re not comfortable doing the exercise, you should try it on a lightly cushioned surface. You should try to do it fifteen times in three sets.

Reverse crunches are an effective way to burn belly fat and develop muscles in your midsection. By working out your abdominal muscles, you’ll notice that they’re firmer than you thought. 

And as a bonus, reverse crunches can even help you lose stubborn chest fat. Remember that losing belly fat means burning fat from your entire body. 

It’s not about a single area of the body – it’s about a whole-body workout.

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