Belly fat, especially visceral fat, is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic disorders. According to recommendations from the World Health Organization, adults should maintain moderate physical activity for at least 150 minutes per week. Subdividing it into 15-20 minutes per day is a viable option for many people.
Professor Martin Gibala, an exercise physiologist at McMaster University (Canada), said that short-term high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help improve insulin sensitivity and burn fat effectively. "Just a few minutes of vigorous exercise, if done regularly, can bring metabolic benefits equivalent to longer workouts," he said.
Meanwhile, Dr. Cedric Bryant, Chairman of the Scientific Council of the American Council on Exercise, emphasized: the important thing is not only the duration but also regularity. Planks, squats, push-ups, jump rope or 15-minute brisk walking each day can activate the core muscle group, increase energy consumption and limit lipo accumulation in the abdomen.
Experts also note that exercise needs to be accompanied by a balanced diet and enough sleep to achieve optimal results. 15 minutes a day may not turn you into an athlete, but it is enough for the body to stay away from the silent fat accumulation vortex, if maintained persistently.
