How to lose belly fat: a magnificent 7 routes to fitness

 

How to lose belly fat: a magnificent 7 routes to fitness

If you want to know how to lose belly fat, there are some things you need to know. Directly targeting belly fat is largely impossible, unless you want to use liposuction or drugs. Losing belly fat can be useful for your health if you have high levels of visceral fat but again, that is not really what this article is about. However, some of your body fat will certainly be around your belly. And to lose belly fat you need to shed weight in general. 

So, here are our best tips on how to to lose belly fat as fast as is healthy. With the holiday season approaching, keep a few of them in mind.

Important note here, everyone: Belly fat these days is often referred to as visceral fat because that sounds scarier. If you really need to shed visceral fat because it's endangering your life, that is an area where you should probably be seeking medical advice, if that is at all possible. But while this guide is more about slimming down a bit, or avoiding ballooning during lockdown, belly fat loss also has an element of visceral fat loss. 

Our lose belly fat tips aren't necessarily quick, and this is not about telling you how to get six pack abs – although we have plenty of guides to that, too. No, this is just a 'six pack' – do you see what we did, there? – of tips to getting a healthier life… and feeling comfortable with the girth of your mid-riff. We're not looking to fat shame anyone here or totally bro out, we're just offering advice. 

We've got some great tips, a few cheeky shortcuts and key strategies to lose belly fat quickly, healthily and sustainably. As we just said, there are no quick fixes here; we want you to develop habits that ensure you'll stay trim for good. We’ve also got the lowdown on the best exercises to lose belly fat, and all the gear you’ll need to get started although, of course, the most important 'gear' is the bit between your ears.

What's the best way to lose belly fat?

There's no hard-and-fast rule for slim-down success: the best way to lose belly fat is the way that works around your lifestyle. If you follow an unsustainable plan, you won't last: it's as simple as that. In this article we lay out six principles that are applicable to everyone, whether you're a total beginner starting your weight-loss journey or a seasoned pro who fell off the wagon over Christmas. 

These guiding lights will keep you on the straight and narrow, even during a lockdown situation. Don’t try to take on more than you can reasonably fit into one day. And, despite the name of this feature, don't fixate on 'belly fat'. It's important to reduce visceral fat, which does tend to lurk around the belly area, but that is best achieved by trying to slim down and tune up overall.

Here are six strategies to help you start losing weight. 

1. Eat well

The short answer to the question of how to lose belly fat is to burn more calories than you consume on a regular basis. In the fitness world, this is known as achieving a "calorie deficit".

If this sounds like a waking nightmare, there's a trick to it: what you need to do is ensure you’re eating the correct kind of food to make sure you feel full and sated, even when consuming fewer calories than you're burning off. 

Certain foods are "empty calories" while others release energy slowly, keeping you fuller for longer. This is a big danger, especially while you're at home, with all your food within easy reach. 

But before that, you'll need to find a good way to track your calories burned and calories taken in. The free MyFitnessPal app is one of the best ways to record your calorie intake, but to track your calories burned, you'll need a dedicated fitness tracker. If you already own a smartwatch, most will offer calorie tracking as standard, but for those yet to make the plunge, the Fitbit Versa 2 is the best activity tracker you can buy right now. Check out the deal below. 

Oh, and staying hydrated is crucial, as well…

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2. Eat less

Intermittent fasting is becoming more and more popular. It involves significantly cutting calories or abstaining from food altogether for a portion of the day or week, and then cramming all your calories into a much shorter time window.

The best-known intermittent fasting plan is the 5:2 diet, where you eat as you normally would (although hopefully a bit healthier) for five days a week, then scoff no more than 600 calories two days a week. There are also variants of this diet where you consume almost no calories, two days per week. This is much more doable than it sounds, so long as you are in good general health, but it's not exactly fun.

However, for trainees who are serious but not that serious, there's the 16:8 diet. With this diet you have only 8 hours a day to fit all your meals in, but can only drink water (and maybe some black coffee, if you're feeling naughty) within a 16 hour fasting period outside of those 8 hours. Most choose to eat from 10am to 6pm, but as long as you stay within an eight hour window, you can start and finish at any time of the day. This is Hugh Jackman's strategy, so if you have ever wanted to be in Wolverine shape…

Why try fasting, though? Well, during the fasting period the body will run out of sugar to run on, and so will start eating up the body’s fat stores. The big negative is the adjustment period: if you're used to a big breakfast or an early dinner, a 16-hour fast feels tough at first, especially if you're exercising. You're going to get seriously cranky.

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3. Love fried food too much? Get an air fryer

If you eat fried food all the time, switching to an air fryer will definitely cause you to lose weight – unless buying one causes you to start eating loads of chocolate because you've reduced your fat intake. No, it doesn't taste as delicious as proper fried food – of course not – but it turns out meals with a good fried/roasted taste, but with up to 80% lower fat content.

If you don't eat fried food all the time but like to treat yourself now and then, switching to an air fryer could still help with you to lose weight. Even with a solid balanced diet and a good workout ethic, there will come a time when your willpower will falter and you'll want to fall back on your old favourites, like fried chicken, fish, chips and all the other foods you love normally dripping with grease. If you schedule in cheat days and do this in a controlled way, it's good to know you're cooking these foods in a way that still helps you hit your goals. 

Enter the air fryer. The best air fryers are revolutionary pieces of kit that use hot air combined with a teaspoon of oil (as opposed to the gallons of oil found in the deep-fat variety) to cook your crispy favourites. If kitchen space and budget is no object, you can cook a whole chicken in the Philips Airfryer XXL, but if you're after something a little more economical, Pro Breeze Airfryer 1400W is lightweight, versatile and cheaper, perfect for portion control. It also seems to usually be sold out all the time at present, so perhaps everyone has already taken our advice, here.

This is just one way to have your (fried) cake and eat it too. Swapping high-calorie pints of ice cream to the low-calorie versions like Halo Top or Oppo, or switching out cholesterol-laden butter for a healthier olive spread, are other easy ways you can make relatively simple lifestyle choices and still keep weight off.

Try Nintendo Switch - especially Ring Fit Adventure 

No, this woman has not gone mad due to being cooped up indoors. She’s playing Ring Fit Adventure on the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo has a proud history of helping people lose weight via its consoles, with Wii Fit being possibly the biggest selling fitness gadget ever made.

Ring Fit Adventure is more sophisticated but the basic idea remains the same: turning the act of burning Calories into a fun activity that you look forward to, rather than a chore that you dread. 

We tried a load of Nintendo Switch fitness games and, while they all had their merits, Ring Fit was clearly the best. 

• Read our Nintendo Switch Ring Fit Adventure review and comparison to other Switch games designed for calorie burning.

5. Try weight training – it's not as hard as you think

There are two main types of exercise: cardio training and weights, otherwise known as resistance training. Although cardio burns a lot of calories while you do it, weight training builds muscle which burns more than fat as you go about your day. The more muscle mass you have, the more calories you'll burn even when not working out.

Resistance training may seem scary if you're doing it for the first time, especially in the gym when the area's dominated by serious lifters, but you don’t have to start adding big plates to the bar right now. There's plenty of ways to get started at home with smaller weights such as dumbbells, kettlebells and even medicine balls. 

We’re not going to list every single lifting exercise, so why not pick the body part you want to start toning up and check out some of our muscle-building how-tos. One you've done that, grab one of the best dumbbell sets on the market. They're not just for arms: you can use a dumbbell to work your core, shoulders, and even your legs with combination movements. 

The only issue you will find right now is that most of them are sold out, but this store still has home gym equipment for online delivery. By the time this lockdown ends, you'll be ready for the gym.

If everything for the home gym has sold out – which happens a lot lately – consider doing bodyweight exercises. If that idea makes you think of muscular men working out in prison, try our guide to the best bodyweight exercises for beginners and ease into it gently. Before you know it you'll be ready for the Navy SEAL workout. None of these require any specialist equipment.

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If you want to really power up your bodyweight exercises, and certain dumbbell moves, try doing them while being violently vibrated. This is particularly good for your core as your body has to work extra hard to complete moves. View Deal

All of this aside, don’t neglect cardio, as regular cardio workouts are important for fitness and stamina.

6. Try an abs belt (electric muscle stimulation) – no, really!

It may seem gimmicky when you unwrap your new six-pack vibrating belt, complete with a picture of Ronaldo on the box, but don't roll your eyes just yet. While you can't just sit there eating crisps and expect to get ripped, Electric Muscle Stimulators can help as part of a controlled dietary and exercise plan.   

EMS can cause the muscles to contract, essentially tensing and untensing rapidly. During downtime post-workout, you can continue to encourage muscle growth with EMS, while the right bit of kit can also encourage faster recovery, allowing you to get back in the gym all the quicker. According to the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, EMS stimulates the muscle in the same way as a massage, prepping it for the next go-round.

It's not a bona fide shortcut to a six-pack, but it can speed up the muscle-building process with regular use.

Our top choice is always SIXPAD as used by Cristiano Ronaldo, a man who takes great pride in his body. Perhaps a little too much pride, the unkind or jealous might say. Amazon also sells all manner of abs belts by brands we have never heard of, for about £20. Needless to say we don’t recommend these. 

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7. Mix high-intensity and low-intensity workouts

As well doing both muscle-building and cardio exercises, if you want to lose belly fat it’s also important to switch up the pace of your workout. 

Every time you workout, you should exercise using both steady state (working hard but not at max capacity, such as during brisk jog) and high intensity (going flat out, like sprinting) to torch your abdominal fat.

Steady state or aerobic exercises include cycling, running or uphill hiking. It’s a crucial part of losing belly fat because it burns through your fat stores. However, it also uses your sugar stores for energy first, so you need to do steady-state for long enough to use up all that sugar before it eats into your fat reserves.

High intensity workouts use mainly sugar for fuel, so they don't hit the fat right away, but it does help in building muscle, which will help you torch fat even on days you're not exercising. Explosive weight lifting, sprinting and HIIT-friendly exercises like mountain climbers are all great high-intensity exercises. 

A good fitness tracker will help you to gauge the intensity of your workout by monitoring your heart rate. For overall fitness trackers, check out the Fitbit Versa Lite above, but for a dedicated running watch, you can't beat the Garmin Forerunner 645, the best on the market right now.

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The most important thing to bear in mind is this: losing weight takes time. You'll have setbacks and slip-ups, but if you stay committed to your goal, you'll be fitter and healthier in 2020, building up great habits for many years ahead. 

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How to lose visceral fat: Increasing your sleep by this amount may reduce belly fat

Visceral fat, also known as belly fat, can present a grave threat because it is located near vital organs such as the intestines and liver. Here it can interfere with vital bodily processes, thereby raising your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Losing visceral fat is therefore essential for prolonging your life.

It is well understood that eating a healthy balanced diet and engaging in regular exercise is fat's worst enemy.

It may come as a surprise to hear that increasing the hours that you sleep may also attack belly fat.

A six-year study including 293 people found that increasing sleep from six hours or less to seven to eight hours reduced visceral fat gain by roughly 26 percent.

Additionally, several studies have linked sleep apnea; a condition that impairs breathing, with a higher risk of gaining visceral fat.

READ MORE: How to get rid of visceral fat: Avoiding this type of food will significantly help to lose

"This programmes the brain and internal body clock to get used to a set routine," explains the NHS.

Increasing your magnesium intake may also help to promote a good night's sleep.

"This extremely essential mineral is important for managing the GABA receptors, which help calm your central nervous system," explains Holland and Barrett.

"For a better night’s sleep, stock up on some magnesium oil," it recommends.

Other tips for tackling visceral fat

Engaging in regular exercise can be a potent weapon against visceral fat buildup.

Studies have shown that you can help trim visceral fat or prevent its growth with both aerobic activity (such as brisk walking) and strength training (exercising with weights).

Exercise can also help keep visceral fat from coming back.

In a study at the University of Alabama, Birmingham, dieting women lost an average of 24 pounds and reduced both visceral and subcutaneous fat (the type of fat you can pinch), with or without aerobic or strength-training exercise.

In the following year, those who maintained their exercise programs — a modest 40 minutes twice a week — maintained their visceral fat loss, while those who didn't exercise or abandoned their programs showed a 33 percent average increase in visceral fat, Harvard Health reports.

Particular diets have also proven to be an effective deterrant against visceral fat.

Many studies have shown that low-carb diets are more effective at reducing visceral fat than low-fat diets.

In an eight-week study including 69 overweight men and women, scientists found that people who followed a low-carb diet lost 10 percent more visceral fat and 4.4 percent more total fat than those on a low-fat diet.

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how to loose thigh fat

 

Leg weight loss: How to lose thigh fat fast

Aerobic exercise is the key to burning body fat, and you need to do at least 30 minutes a day for five days a week.

Aerobic exercise is any type of cardiovascular conditioning – also known as cardio – such as walking, swimming, running, or cycling.

Cycling is one of the best aerobic exercises for the legs, whether you invest in a bicycle or sit on an exercise bike at home.

It’s perfect for beginners who want to try low-impact cardio, and it also works out your calves, hamstrings, glutes and quadriceps.

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Even If Hips, Legs Slims Down, Belly Fat a Danger

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) -- Gaining weight around your mid-section may be the makings of much more than a wardrobe crisis: It may also signal the start of a serious health crisis.

So warns a team of Canadian and Iranian researchers who conducted an extensive review of 72 studies involving more than 2.5 million patients from all over the globe.

"We found that excess fat in the abdomen -- called central fatness or belly fat -- is associated with a higher risk of death than overall body fat," said study author Tauseef Ahmad Khan. He is a postdoctoral fellow in the department of nutritional sciences at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Medicine.

That means that even if other areas of the body are in good shape, once fat starts to accumulate in the belly region, the risk of dying an early death goes up, Khan noted. So "people should be more concerned about their waist, rather than just focusing on [overall] weight or body mass index," he said.

Khan and his colleagues pointed out that body mass index, or BMI, has long been considered the gold standard for assessing an individual's weight status.

The problem: BMI is not precise. For one, it doesn't specify exactly where any excess fat is located on the body. Nor does it make a distinction between muscle and fat.

So the team set out to examine the results of previous investigations that looked for links between excess central fat and an elevated risk of dying due to any cause.

The studies had been conducted between 1999 and 2019 by researchers in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Brazil, India, Indonesia, Japan, China, Korea, Iran and Tobago. All involved adults aged 18 and older, with patients tracked for from three to 24 years.

Previous studies, said Khan, "were limited to older people or just people living in the West. Our study, the largest to date, confirms these results in people living across the world."

The reviewed studies included a minimum of three different measures for assessing body fat. Some considered waist, hip and/or thigh circumference, while others tallied each individual's waist-to-hip/height or thigh ratios. In some cases, a body fat index was also included. Others honed in on the "body shape index," a unified measure of body height, mass and waist circumference.

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Fat Burner Pro Review - Burn Fat & Firm Up Your Muscles From Anywhere

New York, NY ( TS Newswire ) -- 26 Sep 2020

Often, when someone is obese or overweight or unfit, we like to suggest working out or exercise to get rid of their problems. But exercise might not be possible for everyone. Some people work more than one job and simply dont have time, others dont have the resources to start exercises, and might even have knee pains that make it impossible to even go for walks. In these cases, people need something that can help them get fit without going to a gym and exercise. Fortunately, such fat-burning tools exist in the market! One of them is Fat Burner Pro.

Fat Burner Pro Review

This product is for anyone who wants to become fitter without slogging for hours on a treadmill or going out running. Fat Burner Pro helps you zero in on the parts of your body that have excess fat - thighs, belly, abdomen, arms - and lose weight from these areas. This tiny but effective device is the perfect tool for weight loss and targeting problem areas. It doesnt damage skin at all and can give you a toned look any time you like. It shows fast, visible results in just 2 months and can mold itself to the curve of any kind of body.

How Fat Burner Pro Works

This product uses a process called cryo-lipolysis - the scientific term for non-surgical reduction of fat by freezing - to help you lose weight. Cryo-lipolysis is a kind of body-contouring process that uses tools of different shapes and sizes to suck in loose fat and chill the fat cells, which leads to cell death. Once these fat cells are dead, they exit your body as waste in 4-6 months. This process can be used to lose weight from stubborn areas like the abdomen, love handles, upper arms, hips, etc.

SPECIAL OFFER: Fat Burner Pro is available at 50% off with free shipping.

This is one of the least invasive procedures to lose weight without having to exercise. It results in no damage to either the skin or the tissues around. It only targets fat cells, cools them down, and starts killing them one-by-one. Over the course of a few months, you will notice these fat cells leaving your body. As a result, you will start to lose weight where you want to, and any loose or sagging skin will have a toned look thats pleasing to the eye.

How To Use Fat Burner Pro

Step 1 - Attach - This device comes with an attached belt that is adjustable according to size. Identify the fatty areas of your body where you would like to lose weight and attach the device to that area.

Step 2 - Switch On - Turn the device on and choose from among the 3 programs based on how much time you are comfortable with - 20 minutes, 40 minutes, or 60 minutes. If you are just starting out, start slow with the 20-minute setting.

Step 3 - Lose Weight - Enjoy the sensation of intense pressure created by this device and feel it cool down your fat cells to push them out of your body.

Benefits of Fat Burner Pro

Lose Weight Fast: This device helps you lose the weight that would have taken years through dieting and exercise. It provides results that are quick, clinically-proven, and visible - all in under 8 weeks.

Non-invasive: It is one of the most non-invasive ways to lose fat. It does not penetrate the skin, is not surgical, and doesnt require you to take dubious supplements. There are no side effects to the process.

Tackle Stubborn Fat: With this tool, you can tackle stubborn fat from the hip and abdomen areas that even diet and exercise have no effect on. Lose years of accumulated fat in just weeks!

3 Programs: This product has 3 separate programs with different time limits - starting from 20 minutes and going on to 40, then 60 minutes. You can choose one based on the time you can commit and your comfort levels.

Adaptable: The product acquaints itself with your body and molds itself to your curves in no time. It comes with an adjustable strip or belt that can work itself around even the biggest of bodies without hassle.

Free Shipping: It doesnt matter if you are ordering 1 unit or 3 units, the website offers free shipping for every order! This is to make sure you only pay for what you are getting and do not hesitate to invest in this product.

Customer Support: Once you have ordered from this company, you will get 24/7 assured customer support for any difficulties or questions. From usage to side effects to order queries, the customer support team will help with everything.

Purchase and Price of Fat Burner Pro

You can purchase this product from the official website of the manufacturer. The website hosts many exciting deals and sales offers. Currently, this product is available at 50% off. You can choose from the following deals:

1 Fat Burner Pro at $169.95 per unit

2 Fat Burner Pro at $139.98 per unit or $279.95 total

3 Fat Burner Pro at $123.32 per unit or $369.95 total

Ordering is easy - just select the offer you want to buy, fill up the adjoining form with your contact details, and complete the payment. You can pay with any major credit card. If you like, you also have the option to buy an additional 1-year warranty for $5.95 and a 2-year warranty for $9.95.

Return and Refund Policy

If you would like to cancel your order after placing it, you have 12 hours to do so. After the order has been processed, it cannot be cancelled. If you dislike the product upon delivery, you have a 14-day window to place a return request. Moreover, broken or defective products can be returned and replaced at no additional cost.

Pros of Fat Burner Pro

See visible results in just two months

Painless and free of side-effects

Non-invasive procedure

Tackle problem areas lime hips and belly

Get free shipping on all orders

Cons of Fat Burner Pro

Can only be bought from the official website

FAQs

What is Fat Burner Pro?

It is a device that helps you melt away excess fat in your body without having to exercise. It uses a process called cryo-lipolysis to freeze and get rid of fat cells in problem areas like belly, hips, abdomen, upper arms, under the chin, etc.

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Do I need Fat Burner Pro?

If you are someone who wants to be fitter or lose weight but do not have the time to follow a workout routine or diet, this device is for you. If you are someone who urgently needs to lose weight but cant exercise for any reason, buy this today.

Where can I buy Fat Burner Pro?

You can buy this nifty device from the official website of the manufacturer. Take advantage of some exciting deals and amazing sales.

Is the device portable?

Yes! This device is pretty small in size. You can carry it with you anywhere, from office to vacations, and use it whenever you find time. You can also use it at home while laying on your couch, just watching TV.

Is it safe to use this device?

Not at all! This device is completely non-invasive and does not damage the skin at all. It also does not cause any pain or side effects. The device has been tested for quality by several experts.

When can I see results?

Once you start using this device regularly, you will be able to notice visible changes to your body in just 8 weeks or 2 months. Continue using it for a long time to get the toned body youve always wanted.

Are the results permanent?

No process that results in fat loss is permanent. From gym workouts to dieting, you can put on weight easily after anything if you stop doing it. This process follows the same principle. Just use it for a long time and follow a good lifestyle.

Can I return the device?

Sure! If you dont like the device for any reason, you can place a return and get your money back.

Customer Testimonials

Maya - This device has pretty much saved my life! I was really overweight and needed to lose weight for health reasons. But because of a surgery in my knee, I was unable to exercise at all. Ive used this device for 6 months now and almost met my weight goal. Doctors told me it would take years to get here! I feel like a brand-new person. Trust me, dont think twice before buying this!

Final Verdict

Without a doubt, Fat Burner Pro is one of the easiest ways to melt away the fat on your body. Such a tiny device gives you the same results that you would have gotten after a year of heavy workout routine and dieting. Its a win-win situation, no matter how you look at it! And the best part is that its neither painful nor invasive. It is a boon in the lives of overweight people who do not have time to exercise or cannot do it because of medical conditions. If you are still waiting to buy it, ask yourself why. There is no better investment for the sake of your future self's health and fitness!

Leg weight loss: How to lose thigh fat fast

Aerobic exercise is the key to burning body fat, and you need to do at least 30 minutes a day for five days a week.

Aerobic exercise is any type of cardiovascular conditioning – also known as cardio – such as walking, swimming, running, or cycling.

Cycling is one of the best aerobic exercises for the legs, whether you invest in a bicycle or sit on an exercise bike at home.

It’s perfect for beginners who want to try low-impact cardio, and it also works out your calves, hamstrings, glutes and quadriceps.

02

Even If Hips, Legs Slims Down, Belly Fat a Danger

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) -- Gaining weight around your mid-section may be the makings of much more than a wardrobe crisis: It may also signal the start of a serious health crisis.

So warns a team of Canadian and Iranian researchers who conducted an extensive review of 72 studies involving more than 2.5 million patients from all over the globe.

"We found that excess fat in the abdomen -- called central fatness or belly fat -- is associated with a higher risk of death than overall body fat," said study author Tauseef Ahmad Khan. He is a postdoctoral fellow in the department of nutritional sciences at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Medicine.

That means that even if other areas of the body are in good shape, once fat starts to accumulate in the belly region, the risk of dying an early death goes up, Khan noted. So "people should be more concerned about their waist, rather than just focusing on [overall] weight or body mass index," he said.

Khan and his colleagues pointed out that body mass index, or BMI, has long been considered the gold standard for assessing an individual's weight status.

The problem: BMI is not precise. For one, it doesn't specify exactly where any excess fat is located on the body. Nor does it make a distinction between muscle and fat.

So the team set out to examine the results of previous investigations that looked for links between excess central fat and an elevated risk of dying due to any cause.

The studies had been conducted between 1999 and 2019 by researchers in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Brazil, India, Indonesia, Japan, China, Korea, Iran and Tobago. All involved adults aged 18 and older, with patients tracked for from three to 24 years.

Previous studies, said Khan, "were limited to older people or just people living in the West. Our study, the largest to date, confirms these results in people living across the world."

The reviewed studies included a minimum of three different measures for assessing body fat. Some considered waist, hip and/or thigh circumference, while others tallied each individual's waist-to-hip/height or thigh ratios. In some cases, a body fat index was also included. Others honed in on the "body shape index," a unified measure of body height, mass and waist circumference.

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Fat Burner Pro Review - Burn Fat & Firm Up Your Muscles From Anywhere

New York, NY ( TS Newswire ) -- 26 Sep 2020

Often, when someone is obese or overweight or unfit, we like to suggest working out or exercise to get rid of their problems. But exercise might not be possible for everyone. Some people work more than one job and simply dont have time, others dont have the resources to start exercises, and might even have knee pains that make it impossible to even go for walks. In these cases, people need something that can help them get fit without going to a gym and exercise. Fortunately, such fat-burning tools exist in the market! One of them is Fat Burner Pro.

Fat Burner Pro Review

This product is for anyone who wants to become fitter without slogging for hours on a treadmill or going out running. Fat Burner Pro helps you zero in on the parts of your body that have excess fat - thighs, belly, abdomen, arms - and lose weight from these areas. This tiny but effective device is the perfect tool for weight loss and targeting problem areas. It doesnt damage skin at all and can give you a toned look any time you like. It shows fast, visible results in just 2 months and can mold itself to the curve of any kind of body.

How Fat Burner Pro Works

This product uses a process called cryo-lipolysis - the scientific term for non-surgical reduction of fat by freezing - to help you lose weight. Cryo-lipolysis is a kind of body-contouring process that uses tools of different shapes and sizes to suck in loose fat and chill the fat cells, which leads to cell death. Once these fat cells are dead, they exit your body as waste in 4-6 months. This process can be used to lose weight from stubborn areas like the abdomen, love handles, upper arms, hips, etc.

SPECIAL OFFER: Fat Burner Pro is available at 50% off with free shipping.

This is one of the least invasive procedures to lose weight without having to exercise. It results in no damage to either the skin or the tissues around. It only targets fat cells, cools them down, and starts killing them one-by-one. Over the course of a few months, you will notice these fat cells leaving your body. As a result, you will start to lose weight where you want to, and any loose or sagging skin will have a toned look thats pleasing to the eye.

How To Use Fat Burner Pro

Step 1 - Attach - This device comes with an attached belt that is adjustable according to size. Identify the fatty areas of your body where you would like to lose weight and attach the device to that area.

Step 2 - Switch On - Turn the device on and choose from among the 3 programs based on how much time you are comfortable with - 20 minutes, 40 minutes, or 60 minutes. If you are just starting out, start slow with the 20-minute setting.

Step 3 - Lose Weight - Enjoy the sensation of intense pressure created by this device and feel it cool down your fat cells to push them out of your body.

Benefits of Fat Burner Pro

Lose Weight Fast: This device helps you lose the weight that would have taken years through dieting and exercise. It provides results that are quick, clinically-proven, and visible - all in under 8 weeks.

Non-invasive: It is one of the most non-invasive ways to lose fat. It does not penetrate the skin, is not surgical, and doesnt require you to take dubious supplements. There are no side effects to the process.

Tackle Stubborn Fat: With this tool, you can tackle stubborn fat from the hip and abdomen areas that even diet and exercise have no effect on. Lose years of accumulated fat in just weeks!

3 Programs: This product has 3 separate programs with different time limits - starting from 20 minutes and going on to 40, then 60 minutes. You can choose one based on the time you can commit and your comfort levels.

Adaptable: The product acquaints itself with your body and molds itself to your curves in no time. It comes with an adjustable strip or belt that can work itself around even the biggest of bodies without hassle.

Free Shipping: It doesnt matter if you are ordering 1 unit or 3 units, the website offers free shipping for every order! This is to make sure you only pay for what you are getting and do not hesitate to invest in this product.

Customer Support: Once you have ordered from this company, you will get 24/7 assured customer support for any difficulties or questions. From usage to side effects to order queries, the customer support team will help with everything.

Purchase and Price of Fat Burner Pro

You can purchase this product from the official website of the manufacturer. The website hosts many exciting deals and sales offers. Currently, this product is available at 50% off. You can choose from the following deals:

1 Fat Burner Pro at $169.95 per unit

2 Fat Burner Pro at $139.98 per unit or $279.95 total

3 Fat Burner Pro at $123.32 per unit or $369.95 total

Ordering is easy - just select the offer you want to buy, fill up the adjoining form with your contact details, and complete the payment. You can pay with any major credit card. If you like, you also have the option to buy an additional 1-year warranty for $5.95 and a 2-year warranty for $9.95.

Return and Refund Policy

If you would like to cancel your order after placing it, you have 12 hours to do so. After the order has been processed, it cannot be cancelled. If you dislike the product upon delivery, you have a 14-day window to place a return request. Moreover, broken or defective products can be returned and replaced at no additional cost.

Pros of Fat Burner Pro

See visible results in just two months

Painless and free of side-effects

Non-invasive procedure

Tackle problem areas lime hips and belly

Get free shipping on all orders

Cons of Fat Burner Pro

Can only be bought from the official website

FAQs

What is Fat Burner Pro?

It is a device that helps you melt away excess fat in your body without having to exercise. It uses a process called cryo-lipolysis to freeze and get rid of fat cells in problem areas like belly, hips, abdomen, upper arms, under the chin, etc.

50% off only during the launch period at this link. Buy it now! Limited Sale.

Do I need Fat Burner Pro?

If you are someone who wants to be fitter or lose weight but do not have the time to follow a workout routine or diet, this device is for you. If you are someone who urgently needs to lose weight but cant exercise for any reason, buy this today.

Where can I buy Fat Burner Pro?

You can buy this nifty device from the official website of the manufacturer. Take advantage of some exciting deals and amazing sales.

Is the device portable?

Yes! This device is pretty small in size. You can carry it with you anywhere, from office to vacations, and use it whenever you find time. You can also use it at home while laying on your couch, just watching TV.

Is it safe to use this device?

Not at all! This device is completely non-invasive and does not damage the skin at all. It also does not cause any pain or side effects. The device has been tested for quality by several experts.

When can I see results?

Once you start using this device regularly, you will be able to notice visible changes to your body in just 8 weeks or 2 months. Continue using it for a long time to get the toned body youve always wanted.

Are the results permanent?

No process that results in fat loss is permanent. From gym workouts to dieting, you can put on weight easily after anything if you stop doing it. This process follows the same principle. Just use it for a long time and follow a good lifestyle.

Can I return the device?

Sure! If you dont like the device for any reason, you can place a return and get your money back.

Customer Testimonials

Maya - This device has pretty much saved my life! I was really overweight and needed to lose weight for health reasons. But because of a surgery in my knee, I was unable to exercise at all. Ive used this device for 6 months now and almost met my weight goal. Doctors told me it would take years to get here! I feel like a brand-new person. Trust me, dont think twice before buying this!

Final Verdict

Without a doubt, Fat Burner Pro is one of the easiest ways to melt away the fat on your body. Such a tiny device gives you the same results that you would have gotten after a year of heavy workout routine and dieting. Its a win-win situation, no matter how you look at it! And the best part is that its neither painful nor invasive. It is a boon in the lives of overweight people who do not have time to exercise or cannot do it because of medical conditions. If you are still waiting to buy it, ask yourself why. There is no better investment for the sake of your future self's health and fitness!

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Yoga Mats

 

The best yoga mat of 2020

As any good yogi knows, if you want to spend quality time flowing through poses, you need to invest in a well-made yoga mat.

A yoga mat is designed to serve as a soft barrier between your body and the floor. Some yoga mats are ultra-thin to help you maintain balance in challenging poses, while others are thicker to provide a moderate amount of cushioning.

We've taken a closer look at popular materials and designs on the market to help you discover which yoga mat is best for your practice. In addition to a couple long-standing favorites, we're sharing a new pick from a much-loved brand.

For full reviews of these products, scroll to the bottom.

What you need to know before purchasing a yoga mat

Yoga mats share the same basic, rectangular design; however, they vary considerably when it comes to materials and manufacturing.

The most common material for yoga mats is PVC for their affordability and durability. Unfortunately, they often contain phthalates and harmful chemicals. They're not recyclable, either. Rubber and foam mats are decent alternatives because they're durable, recyclable, and eco-friendly. Because they contain latex, though, they're not ideal for those with allergies.

Many practitioners prefer yoga mats made with more natural or sustainable materials, such as cotton or jute. Cotton is soft and biodegradable, but it's highly absorbent -- which means it might not be ideal for Bikram yoga, also known as hot yoga. Jute is an ideal alternative to cotton since it's soft without being absorbent, though it's not considered a supportive material.

The texture of yoga mats deserves a careful examination as well. Many PVC, rubber, and foam mats are designed with grippy details that provide enough friction to prevent mats from sliding away as practitioners flow through poses. Some mats feature nonslip detail on their underside only, while others have dual-sided texture. It's recommended to invest in the latter if one is prone to sweating, especially for hot yoga or for outdoor practice in warm weather.

Because it affects overall stability and balance, it's imperative to compare thickness among yoga mats.

Thicker mats tend to be the softest and offer the most cushioning, particularly those with 1/4-inch thickness. They have considerable "give," which can be somewhat destabilizing. The thinnest yoga mats measure 1/16 to 1/8 inch. They allow practitioners to get a firm connection with the floor or ground. However, because they lack support and cushioning, thin mats are not ideal choices for individuals with joint issues.

Yoga mats cost between $15 to $200. Budget-friendly mats cost $30 and below, while midrange mats made with natural or sustainable materials cost $30 to $100. Premium yoga mats, often used by yoga instructors or advanced practitioners, can run as high as $200.

Q. Are all yoga mats the same size?

A. While the most common dimensions are 24 x 68 inches, length varies considerably. Some mats are as long as 72 to 84 inches. If you're unsure which mat length is right for you, it's recommended to choose one that is at least six inches longer than your height.

Q. My yoga mat is bulky and hard to tote. What's the best way to carry it?

A. Rather than rolling it beneath your arm, invest in a yoga mat strap or carry case. Straps loop around the ends and can be slung across your shoulders. Carry cases are either in the form of slender bags that house rolled mats, or regular gym bags with straps that hold rolled mats.

In-depth reviews for best yoga mats

What we like: Sustainably made with emissions-free manufacturing. It's available in two lengths, 71 and 85 inches, to accommodate yogis of all sizes. Designed with a proprietary dot-pattern bottom to minimize slippage across floors.

What we dislike: Given its lofty price tag, this yoga mat is best suited for yoga instructors or advanced practitioners.

What we like: Best option if you need a mat on a budget but don't want to compromise on quality. Textured on both sides for added stability. Backed by a "Namaste" warranty that offers either a full replacement or money back.

What we dislike: Grip is moderate at best because slick floors and sweaty hands may cause the mat to slide.

What we like: Incredibly well-made mat that withstands the test of time. Non-toxic PVC construction. Mat provides firm, cushioned support that softens contact with the floor without sacrificing stability.

What we dislike: Mat must be aired out prior to use to get rid of its industrial smell.

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Yoga benefits

 

Can Yoga Lower Your Risk of Getting Sick?

Could a few sun salutations, a hot yoga class, or some calming yogic breathing keep you from catching a cold, flu, or even the coronavirus? Claims like this one abound across social media and other digital spheres. But they do have some merit, according to published research and to healthcare professionals who practice, teach, and study this ancient mind-body practice. Practicing yoga can help protect against the threat of infection and support recovery by bolstering overall good health. But you’re going to have to take other measures, too.

“Yoga is an exciting and beautiful part of an overall approach to lowering risk for infections, but you cannot just do breathing exercises or a yoga routine and say, ‘Okay, this will prevent them,’” says cell biologist and yoga therapist Sundar Balasubramanian, PhD, an assistant professor at the Medical University of South Carolina who studies cancer therapeutics and yoga. “You still have to stay healthy, wash your hands, and — for coronavirus — protect yourself and others by wearing a mask, maintaining social distance, and quarantining if you’ve been exposed.”

There’s no proof behind overblown claims that yoga “filters out” specific pathogens or provides “unique protection” against viral threats like the coronavirus, adds Holger Cramer, PhD, researc

h director in the department of internal and integrative medicine at the University of Duisburg-Essen in Germany, where he studies the safety and effectiveness of yoga in medicine. “And there of course is no evidence that yoga can reduce infection rates or help recovery from COVID-19,” he says. The virus and the disease are too new to have any sound research investigating that question.

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What the evidence does show, he explains, is that yoga supports the healthy functioning of the immune system and helps people manage chronic conditions, like obesity and high blood pressure. Research also shows that these chronic conditions may worsen COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

RELATED: Can Yoga and Meditation Reduce COVID-19 Anxiety?

What the Research Says About Yoga and Immune Function

In two studies, Balasubramanian and his colleagues from the Medical University of South Carolina found that after volunteers did yogic breathing exercises for 20 minutes levels of specific molecules associated with healthy immune function actually increased.

In a 2015 study in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, this benefit was seen in eight proteins critical for immune function (measured via saliva samples), Balasubramanian explains. Levels of those proteins rose as much as 7- to 11-fold in seven of the ten volunteers.

“These [proteins] act as a first line of defense in mucosal tissue, which is inside the nose,” he says. Those proteins don’t necessarily protect against any specific virus or bacteria, he adds — it means overall the yogic breathing appeared to help that part of the immune response work the way it should.

And an August 2016 study in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows that markers of inflammation decreased in individuals after a 20-minute yoga class. “Inflammation is part of the body’s immune response but can be harmful if it is not regulated,” Balasubramanian says about that second study from his group.

Uncontrolled inflammation is associated with problems like heart disease, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions (like multiple sclerosis). The research suggests therefore that yoga is something that can help protect against those risks.

RELATED: 5 Heart-Health Benefits of Yoga

Why Does Yoga Benefit the Immune System?

All of our behavior affects the body’s stress response — either activating the nervous system’s fight-or-flight mode or calming it down (think “rest and restore” mode), explains Amy Sedgwick, MD, an emergency medicine physician and yoga therapist based in Portland, Maine.

When that response is ramped up in fight-or-flight (particularly when it is chronic), the immune response can be suppressed or overly taxed: Rather than focusing on warding off pathogens, the body is focused on fighting or fleeing from whatever is stressing you out. However in “rest and restore” mode (the opposite of the stress response and what's known as the parasympathetic nervous system), conditions are optimized for cell repair and healthy immune functioning.

Yoga helps shift the nervous system to that “rest and restore” mode, while dialing down that fight-or-flight response, Dr. Sedgwick says.

How? Slow breathing (with a longer exhalation than inhalation) activates the vagus nerve — a long nerve that runs from the base of the brain to the abdomen and helps regulate heart rate, mood, digestion, and immune response, explains Marsha Billes, DO, a family physician and yoga therapist in southeastern Michigan who specializes in integrative medicine.

Activating this nerve helps shift the body into its “rest and restore” mode, according to a March 2018 review in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry.

Yoga can therefore help reduce the toll stress takes on the body, says Dr. Billes. “How we react to stress may ultimately determine our vulnerability to chronic disease.”

The bottom line: There are a lot of factors that determine whether you get sick from bacterial and viral infections (including COVID-19), as well as from chronic illnesses. Practicing yoga is just one of the ways you could potentially bolster your body’s defenses to stay well.

RELATED: Yoga for Beginners: What You Should Know Before Your First Class

Tips for Starting a Yoga Practice During a Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, practicing yoga at home or in a socially distanced outdoor class is a good idea, Billes and Sedgwick say. If you’re new to yoga, consider a Zoom-type class where the instructor can watch you and offer suggestions and corrections.

Here are a few other tips:

Pick a style that’s right for you. (They’re all good for your health.) You can tap into yoga’s stress-soothing benefits with any of the various types of yoga practices — from a gentle hatha routine to a vigorous vinyasa or ashtanga class. A few sun salutations — a traditional series of flowing yoga poses — counts as light- to moderate-intensity activity, according to a 2016 review in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, which means it can count toward your weekly physical activity, too. (Remember, regular physical activity is good for immune functioning as well). In another 2016 review published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine, Cramer and a team compared the overall health effects of 52 styles of yoga in 306 studies and found all had benefits. If you’re new to yoga, a gentle class is a good way to try it out.

RELATED: Types of Yoga: Hatha, Ashtanga, Yin, and More

When recovering after a respiratory infection, try gentle or restorative yoga. Talk to your doctor first, especially if you’ve had a moderate to severe infection. “A gentle yoga practice could [along with your physician’s treatment plan] certainly be of benefit to help with recovery and enhance the immune system and the respiratory system as well as for reducing stress and anxiety,” Billes says. A simple practice in a chair could be a good place to start, she notes. Avoid “power yoga,” any type of heated class, or any other type of class that is taxing to the body when you are ill or just recovering from illness, Sedgwick says.

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To reduce stress and anxiety or if you cannot do yoga poses, try a yogic breathing exercise. You can try an exercise similar to the one used in Balasubramanian’s research in this video from the Medical University of South Carolina. Or try Sedgwick’s Prone Savasana, a breathing exercise done while laying on your stomach. If, however, you have any respiratory conditions, like COPD or asthma, it’s best to seek guidance from an informed physician before starting a breathing practice — especially if you feel it is challenging.

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