Reducing belly fat is more difficult for women over 50 due to hormonal changes, muscle loss and lifestyle factors. bodyweight exercises (bodyweight) are especially effective because they help build muscle mass, boost metabolism and reduce belly fat.
These exercises are also easy to access and easily adapts to all physical levels. At the same time, this is a low-impact movement on joints.
Belly Clinging
Cycling crunches work the core and peripheral muscles directly to increase strength and contribute to a calorie deficit. This promotes metabolism to burn more calories at rest.
Start on your back. Interlace your fingers behind your head. Bend your knees into your chest. At the same time, extend one leg and rotate that elbow toward the opposite knee. Repeat this process alternately on the sides. You should do it 2-3 times a week.
Bridge pose
This exercise focuses on building lower body muscles to burn overall calories, increase metabolism, increase muscle mass and reduce fat.
Start on your back. Bend your knees up with your feet flat on the floor. Place your hands under your back or on your hips. Tighten your buttocks and lift your hips up towards the ceiling. Slowly lower back to the ground. You should do it 2-3 times a week.
Mountain climbing pose
This exercise both raises your heart rate and works your core muscles to support overall calorie burning.
Start in a high plank position. Bring one knee to your chest. Stretch back and bring the remaining knees toward your chest. Continue to repeat this movement as you accelerate as when running on the floor. Do the exercise 2-3 times a week.
