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I've got a pot belly (not due to overeating or too much drinking
Is there anything else I could be doing to lose some of that centralised fat?
When it’s all said and done, will you have said more than you’ve done?
Dave
I ran a mile and I liked it, liked it, liked it. dgb2n@yahoo.com
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2010 Races: Snicker's Marathon(2:58:38), Scenic City Trail Marathon(3:26:36), Laurel Highlands Ultra 77(19:13:44), Ironman Louisville(13:07:07) 2011 Races: Mount Cheaha 50k 5:22:47, Tobacco Road Marathon, Mohican 100 Miler
I've got a pot belly (not due to overeating or too much drinking, it's been there all my life!) and I'm finally trying to get rid of it. I don't know my weight, but the last time I went to the doc's I was normal and healthy, so my eating habits seem to be fine. In order to get rid of my belly, I've started running a little: 3k over 20 mins, a little portion uphill, four days a week. Nothing amazing, but I am just starting out :P I'm hoping that'll reduce my fat a little. But what about situps? I know they won't reduce the fat on my tummy, but they'll help to complement the running and add some shape there, I'm hoping. So for a beginner, what should my weekly situp regimen be? Is there anything else I could be doing to lose some of that centralised fat? -Daniel P.S. And the irony is, the rest of my body is stick thin :P
google on 'situps' and 'back pain'. you might want to choose a different exercise.
Pilates.
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running yogi
+1 Good stuff for abs.
I recommend that you start by adding 4 or 5 minutes of abs and back work daily to your running routine. Doesn't sound like much but if you do it right, it will be plenty. Something like: 30 seconds crunches - Rest 15 seconds 30 seconds butterly kicks - Rest 15 seconds 30 second front plank - Rest 15 seconds 30 second side plan - Rest 15 seconds (repeat for both sides) 1 minute back extensions on a ball As you get stronger, increase to 45 seconds of effort on each activity and gradually increase your running to 4 or 5 days per week and at least 30 minutes per session.