Losing belly fat and building Lean Muscle?
If i perform a full body workout 3 days a week (mon, wed, fri) and do light cardio on (tues, thurs, sat) will i be able to lose belly fat and get ripped? i’m not necessarily looking for muscle mass, just trying to get a six pack, and some decent muscles.
My full body workouts consists of compound movements such as benchpress, squats, deadlifts, presses, etc.
thanks!
It depends on what your body mass index is.
If it’s higher than it should be, ‘light cardio’ isn’t going to do a thing for you. If you want abs, running is what you should do, especially if you’re not trying to build muscle mass.
Running, yoga, martial arts, cardio, all of that stuff centers around and strengthens your core, simmering off any extra ounces of body fat you have.
Lifting weights makes the muscle beneath your fat layers bulkier, in turn making you look bigger.
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The way to get a six pack is through eating well. You already have one. The reason you don’t see it is it’s covered by a layer of fat. Working out and cardio will help but unless you’re diet is in check you’re wasting your time. Eat high protein, medium carbs, low fat meals, work hard.and sleep well. You will see results but don’t expect it overnight. It’s taken you years to get out of shape so it will take time to back in shape.
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It depends on what your body mass index is.
If it’s higher than it should be, ‘light cardio’ isn’t going to do a thing for you. If you want abs, running is what you should do, especially if you’re not trying to build muscle mass.
Running, yoga, martial arts, cardio, all of that stuff centers around and strengthens your core, simmering off any extra ounces of body fat you have.
Lifting weights makes the muscle beneath your fat layers bulkier, in turn making you look bigger.
References :
I have to agree with Ugo on this one. Just wanted to add your nutrition plan pays a big role in where you are and where you will be so you should evaluate that closely. Your exercise program sounds good but I would maybe intensify the cardio a bit to keep up with your improving body. Also dont forget to do those ever important abdomen workouts.
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Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist
http://www.myjourneytosuccess.com
Just trying to get a six pack?
Try pilates:
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and I strongly recommend you get this – its a great guide / workout:
http://tillicollapse.com/abs
I recommend it to all my clients.
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NASM certified personal trainer