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4 Simple Exercises to Lose Love Handles

People who are trying to get in shape typically share the same sentiments when it comes to the abdominal muscles, they can’t seem to get rid of the fat around their belly or lose love handles.

Belly fat, particularly the fat that builds up around the obliques is usually referred to as ‘love handles’ though it would be hard to find anyone who loves them.

The three exercises contained herein will help to lose love handles and sculpt an abdomen to truly love.

The common misunderstanding about stomach exercises is that they are not designed to make ‘love handles’ disappear. The common crunch or sit-up has no effect on the oblique muscles.

There is only one way to lose the ‘love handles’ and that is by doing exercises geared toward the obliques when followed in conjunction with a fat burning diet and eating fat burning foods.

Before starting these exercises or any exercise routine individuals should consult their doctor or fitness professional and always stretch the muscles before starting.

Exercises to Lose Love Handles

Side Bends

The side bend is simplistic in nature but superbly effective in getting rid of those annoying ‘love handles’.

Start out standing upright with the feet spread the width of the shoulders. Slightly bend the knees and then move the upper body lower and to one side, as if tilting. Return to an upright position then tilt towards the other side.

The body should not lean forwards or backwards during this exercise, only from one side to the other.

To start, stand tall and straight with the feet shoulder width apart. Bend the knees slightly then lower the upper body to one side and then to the other side.

Do not lean forward or backwards, only side to side.

Twisting Torso

The torso twist is a perfect follow-up to the side bend since it is also performed from an upright position. Twisting the torso is a perfect way to help lose love handles.

Start in the same position as with side bends, standing straight with feet shoulder width apart. Now, twist the midsection from side to side.

The important thing to remember is to twist the torso, not the hips. Twisting the hips eliminates any benefits for the torso. Concentrate on remaining tall and straight and using obliques during the twist.

Side Crunch

To prepare for this exercise and the next one place a mat or towel on the floor for cushioning if necessary. Lie down on one side, it doesn’t matter which because both sides will be used by the end of the routine.

Starting on the right, place the right arm over the waist with the right hand coming to rest on the left side. Next, lift up the left hand and touch the ear, this should cause the elbow to point straight.

The next step is to raise the left leg up approximately twelve inches while simultaneously lifting the shoulders up off of the floor.

During the lifting, contract the oblique muscles and hold for a five or ten seconds. Return to a lying down position in a slow, steady move. After doing one set on this side, switch to the other side and do a set.

The Seated Knee Drop

From the floor, place the body in a seated position on the hipbones. This is not the same as normal sitting on the buttocks. Stabilize the body by placing hands on the floor in back of the body. Now, place the feet flat on the floor while bending the knees and pulling the ankles in close together.

Next, move the knees downward and toward the right side, the feet should stay on the floor even though they will roll during the movement. Keep lowering the knees toward the floor until they are about six inches from it.

This position should be held for a few seconds before moving the knees back to their original upright position and switching to the left side to do the same move.

The focal point of this exercise is using the abdominal muscles and not the body’s natural energy to lower the knees and legs. To accomplish this, a slow, steady movement is necessary while focusing.

These exercises are some of the top movements to lose love handles; however, diet and an overall fitness routine must be included to burn fat calories and insure the oblique muscles are in top shape.

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About the Author

I run several websites in the health, fitness and muscle building niche. I enjoy keeping fit and writing articles and reports in order to help educate and motivate people towards getting fit and healthy.

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