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Achieving a flat stomach is a goal for many people, whether for aesthetic or fitness reasons. However, the abdomen is one of the most difficult places to lose fat. Because of this, some people resort to extreme measures, from pursuing detox diets to strictly eliminating entire food groups. But how sustainable and realistic is this?<\/p>\n
Also read: Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar praises this Bollywood actor’s ‘groundbreaking’ pregnancy weight loss journey<\/p>\n In an Instagram post dated April 6, celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar, who has worked with Bollywood actors like Kareena Kapoor, revealed what it actually takes to lose belly fat and whether you can achieve a toned tummy just by dropping the number on the scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n You might think that flattening your stomach and losing weight go hand in hand, but there’s more to the story than that. Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shared a reality check that it doesn’t work that way. Instead, she explained that body composition is what causes a flat stomach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Rujuta elaborated on body composition. \u201cImproved body composition means you will have more muscle tissue than you currently have, your bones will be denser than you currently have, and your posture will be better than it is now.<\/span> That’s when your stomach will actually look flat. \u201d<\/p>\n Body composition includes three important components: bone density, improved posture, and increased muscle density. You need to do exercises that address these needs. Rujuta recommended three exercises that tick these boxes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The three exercises are:<\/p>\n The first exercise she recommended was the front squat.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n “Front squats start by holding a dumbbell or kettlebell. If you don’t have enough strength to do it, just cross your arms in front of you, squat down, and stand up,” she explains how to do it, and recommends doing it once a week.<\/span><\/p>\n The nutritionist further explained that it also helps strengthen the quadriceps (front thigh muscles) and improve bone density in the femur. The chance of fractures is also reduced. Plus, stronger legs improve your posture and stability, which helps your stomach look flatter.<\/span><\/p>\n The second is a yoga exercise called Paschimottanasana, in which you lean forward in a seated position and stretch your upper body over your legs while keeping your back straight.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n How does this help? Rujuta says, “This improves flexibility throughout your hamstrings and posterior chain, and your weight-bearing joints, hips, hips, and ankles all feel much lighter.”<\/span>\u201d<\/p>\n It can also help with pain management, as she noted that it improves hamstring flexibility and reduces discomfort. It also benefits your digestive health and reduces bloating. Bloating can make your stomach look bloated, so reducing bloat can help you achieve a flatter stomach. Rujuta advised doing this daily.<\/p>\n The third is a bird dog and a balance exercise on all fours. Stretch one arm and opposite leg and hold for about 10 seconds before switching sides.<\/span> Rujuta elaborated that it strengthens the stabilizing muscles along the spine and improves the balance between the left and right sides of the body. It improves your posture, which also benefits your core.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Rujuta suggested doing these exercises for at least three months to improve your body composition.<\/p>\n Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified or endorses this claim.<\/i><\/p>\n This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n #Celebrity #nutritionist #Rujuta #Diwekar #explains #losing #weight #isnt #flat #stomach #shares #simple #exercises<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Achieving a flat stomach is a goal for many people, whether for aesthetic or fitness reasons. However, the abdomen is one of the most difficult places to lose fat. Because of this, some people resort to extreme measures, from pursuing detox diets to strictly eliminating entire food groups. 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3 exercises to get a flat stomach<\/h2>\n
1. Front squat<\/h3>\n
2. Paschimottanasana<\/h3>\n
3. Bird Dog<\/h3>\n