Many of the clients that come to see us for weight loss issues want to get rid of their belly fat, in particular. It is a real concern for them and, as you age, the ability to lose the dreaded donut around the waist can be even more difficult. If you want to reclaim your waist and say goodbye to belly fat forever, then you have to approach the issue from many different angles. Weight loss alone is not enough to remove the visceral fat around the belly; but with a multi-pronged approach, it can be done.

Whether it's a trip up the Pan-American Highway or a drive on Route 66, road trips can be a lot of fun. However, long car trips can be tough on your body creating cramps, stiff necks, and even tiredness, if you don't manage to get a bit of movement in your day. If you want to get your blood pumping, then try these on for size!

It can often be difficult to fit in a complicated or lengthy workout during the day. Sometimes the only uninterrupted time you can find is in the early morning, so take advantage of the quiet hours and plan ahead. There are fewer distractions in the morning and nothing to throw you off your goals. An early morning workout before breakfast can burn fat more efficiently than later in the afternoon or evening and improve your mood the entire day.

Often when we think of exercise, strenuous yoga classes and marathon runs come to mind. It is no wonder then, that we are hesitant about tackling exercise as part of our diet and weight loss regimen. But adding exercise to our daily routine does not have to be that complicated or time-consuming. Regardless of our age or fitness level, there are plenty of simple exercises we can try to maximize our movement.

If you’re in the process of losing weight or just getting started, you may be picturing yourself with firmer, stronger abs. It’s important to know that although you will lose weight by eating a well-balanced diet that is low in carbs, performing core strengthening exercises are also needed to get that flatter belly. Something to keep in mind is that building stronger core muscles is not all about developing “six-pack abs.”

Spring is finally here, and so are the warmer temperatures. Of course, this means we can finally start wearing our favorite spring and summer clothes again. However, you may be feeling insecure about wearing more revealing clothing, especially if you’ve gained weight during the winter months. One of the most common complaints among women who need to lose weight involves a troublesome roll of fat which spills over the top of their pants. This roll of fat is more commonly known as a “muffin top.”

Many of us have trouble toning our tummies, even when we’re losing weight or have already met our weight loss goals. According to Julie Tupler, a registered nurse and a fitness expert in New York City (tuplertechnique.com), “that’s especially true if your protruding belly is the result of diastasis recti, a condition in which the rectus abdominus muscles separate due to pregnancy, weight gain, or exercising with poor form.”

Combining regular exercise with a healthy, low-carb diet is essential for successfully losing weight. Even if you haven’t worked out in a while or have never worked out at all, you can still find exercises that can get you back on track. The workout routine in this post is easy enough for beginners, but can help anyone strengthen their core muscles. Having a stronger core lets you feel and look even better after you have lost weight.

Summer – and swimsuit season – is just around the corner. If losing weight is one of your goals before summer arrives, then combining regular exercise with a healthy, low-carb diet is your best bet. Whether you are currently trying to lose weight, or you simply want a flatter tummy, then you’ll want to try the abdominal exercises described below. For best results, you’ll want to include these exercises with your usual workout routine.

Are you losing weight and feeling great? Perhaps you’re starting to really see the results of your weight loss, but you’ll find that toning your core muscles will help you look and feel even better. Your core includes the muscles around your trunk and pelvis. Having a strong core is important for your balance and posture. Strengthening your core muscles also makes it easier for you to tone up your abdominal muscles. All of this helps you look and feel fit, no matter if you’re still working towards your weight loss goal, or if you have already achieved it.