Let’s be real—spot reduction is a myth. You can’t just do crunches and expect to melt belly fat. However, you can lose belly fat with the right approach, and keep it off. And trust me – as a fitness coach who’s been in this game for decades, I know what works. This article, and my program will tell you how to lose belly fat the right way!
Some of us naturally store more fat in our midsection, while others carry it in their hips, thighs, or upper body.
But belly fat—especially the deep visceral fat around your organs—is not just about appearance. It’s a health risk, increasing the chances of metabolic disorders, inflammation, and disease.
If your belly feels constantly bloated or sticks out more than it should, don’t worry, you are not alone!
A few simple shifts in your routine can make a difference, and you’ll likely see and feel the results in just a week. Here’s me at 62! Check out my story and see my before picture when you go here…and learn how I shifted from a fat storing person to a fat-burning machine!
The Truth About a Flat Belly
A leaner midsection isn’t built in the gym—it’s built in the kitchen and supported by smart training. A flatter belly will come from a combination of daily practices. A clean diet, calorie-burning muscle-building movements, and drinking enough water to flush out stored toxins.
Step 1: Clean Up Your Diet
If fat loss is the goal, the first place to start is your plate.
- Cut out foods that spike blood sugar and promote fat storage. These include breads, pastas, rice, baked goods, and processed foods.
- Refined sugars and simple carbs have no place in a fat-loss plan. Removing these alone can lead to noticeable results in as little as a week!
- Focus on real, whole foods:
- Lean protein (chicken, fish, eggs, tofu, grass-fed meats)
- Vegetables (as many as you want—fiber keeps you full!)
- Fruits (especially high-water-content options like berries and citrus)
- Healthy fats (avocados, nuts, seeds, olive oil—great for hormones and satiety)
Step 2: Hydrate Like It’s Your Job
Water is your secret weapon. Drink at least half your body weight in ounces daily to flush toxins and reduce bloating.
Pro tip: Drink an 8 oz glass of water before and meals to help control hunger.
Step 3: Track & Adjust what you eat and drink
Want to see progress?
Start this week by:
✅ Cutting out processed foods and sugars
✅ Eating protein with every meal
✅ Loading up on fiber-rich veggies
✅ Drinking plenty of water
Step 4: Move With Purpose
Burning calories through exercise is essential…but, building muscle is the key to a faster metabolism. Strength training, interval workouts, and core-focused movements help. The right movement patterns will sculpt and strengthen your midsection such as the follow along program that I created that you can do at home HERE.
The Bottom Line
A flatter belly isn’t about starvation or endless crunches….it’s knowing how to lose belly fat the right way.
Forget cutting out all calories, and starving. Focus on eating clean, moving smart, and staying consistent.
Implement these changes, and in just a week, you’ll notice a difference. Not just in how you look, but in how you feel. Strong, energized, and confident—just how you’re meant to be!
Now, let’s get after it! 💪
Sent with love!
Coach Dawn