How to Lose a Pot Belly

A pot belly is a collection of fat around the abdominal area. If you're tired of having those extra pounds hanging over your jeans or are getting sick of beer-belly quips from friends and relatives, you may want to take steps to reduce (or hopefully even lose altogether) this unwelcome pudge. Here are some tips for how to lose a pot belly.

Instructions

1

Limit your intake of beer and other alcoholic drinks.

2

Develop proper posture. Stand erect, walk tall, sit straight and avoid slouching.

3

Eat dinner at least 2 to 3 hours before going to bed.

4

Add exercise to your daily routine. Take the stairs instead of the elevator.

5

Walk as much as you can. Brisk walking is considered the best exercise for all age groups.

6

Do abdominal crunches and stomach exercises to tone your muscles and help trim the area. This won't get rid of the fat, but it can start to improve your stomach profile.

7

Sign up for an appointment with a fitness specialist or personal trainer to set up an exercise schedule designed especially for you.

8

Improve your eating habits. Minimize fat intake. Eat out less. Avoid junk foods and fried foods; instead, choose salads, lean proteins, whole grains and fruits. Drink lots of fluids (8 to 10 glasses of water a day) while avoiding sugary carbonated sodas.

9

Tell a trusted friend or family member about your efforts. Once you tell someone else, you'll feel more committed to making a change, and you can check in that person with progress reports as your belly shrinks.