Is It Possible to Get Rid of Belly Fat After Menopause

by Ryan M Hall Fat Loss Expert and Author of The 20/20/20 Diet

Menopause and Belly Fat seem to go hand in hand. When you have one, it seems impossible to lose the other, but no matter how it may seem, it is possible to get rid of belly fat after menopause. While it may seem harder to lose it, remember, if you follow a good plan, it is possible.

Hormones

The first thing you will be battling during and after “the change” is the constant fluctuation in your hormone levels. These hormones control hunger, your metabolism, fat burning ability, and how much fat you store each time you eat. With that being said, you will have to be very diligent to lose weight during this time in your life.

Most women struggling with their tummy size during this time are also suffering from a condition called insulin resistance. This happens when your body begins to “ignore” the insulin it produces, which causes fat storage and weight gain no matter what you do.

There is hope though.

Diet

This is the #1 thing you will be able to do to try to fight the changes in your body. You have to follow a healthy diet plan that will help you fight the effects of insulin resistance, and will help you shed pounds even if your hormones don’t want you too.

Here are a few basic guidelines:

• Eat Green vegetables at every meal.
• Snack between meals on fruit, veggies and nuts.
• Eat lean meats like chicken, lean beef, bison, and the very best, fish.
• Cut back the helpings of wheat, pasta, bread, and grains, and try to get your carbs from vegetables and legumes.

If you follow these guidelines, you will be well equipped to start losing the bulge in your midsection.

Exercise

While most people suggest that cardio is the right way to burn off tummy flab, I disagree. Focus on toning your muscles and full body exercises at least 2-3 times a week, and try to do cardio only 2 times a week. Cardio is horribly inefficient for losing weight if done the traditional way.

If you must do cardio, try interval training. Run, Jog, Swim, or walk for a while, then take a rest and allow your body to recuperate and settle down, then resume. Do this several times before quitting.

If you’re worried about the change in your weight after “The Big Change,” follow these guidelines and you will be able to get rid of belly fat after menopause. I’ll be completely honest, it isn’t always easy, but it can be done and if you get a plan and stick to it, you WILL be able to do it.

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About The Author:

Ryan M Hall is the Author of the 20/20/20 Diet found at his site:
http://www.202020Diet.com

He specializes in helping people lose 10, 15 or even lose 20 lbs in 20 days with a simple diet and 20 minute exercise plan that he personally used to lose over 95 lbs of pure fat.
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