Needless to mention, belly fat is the most stubborn fat and is difficult to get rid of. Not only does it look bad but also is a dangerous health hazard as it can cause many health problems. People with fat around their abdominal region usually are at a greater risk of heart attack, hypertension, diabetes, and many others. Though getting rid of belly fat is tough but not impossible.
Going to the gym is the first option that
most people choose when it comes to losing weight. But if you know there is a second and a better option than struggling with those machines.
You can do cardiovascular exercises along with following a healthy diet. So, for people who do not like to fight with the machines in the gym, here's a look at 4 breathing exercises that can be done at home.
When done properly along with
following the right diet, breathing exercises can help you get rid of that
unwanted belly fat quickly.
If you know human body releases 70 percent of the toxins through breathing. Shallow breathing accumulates toxins in your body which can lead to the development of illness over time.
1. Diaphragm breathing:
One of the most effective exercises to lose weight, diaphragm breathing makes your abdominal muscles flexible.
To perform this exercise lie flat on the floor and observe your chest and stomach moving up and down while you breathe.
3. Belly breathing
Breathing from your belly focuses on your
diaphragm and the muscles below your lungs. Exercise boosts your stamina,
energy and is also said to cure anxiety problems. This exercise should not be
practiced for a particular duration but the whole day.
You can sit or stand, whichever way you feel
comfortable. Try to calm your mind and not think about anything. Place your
hand on your stomach, your thumb should be near to the belly button. Your chest
should not rise and your abdomen should expand while you do the exercise.
4. Mouth breathing
When you breathe through your mouth it
pressurizes the abdominal muscles, it does only give you a refreshed and
relaxed feeling but also helps you lose belly fat. By doing this exercise you
will not only get rid of the unwanted fat around your belly but also tone your
cheeks and chin.
To perform this exercise, open your mouth
and exhale and inhale with your mouth while you count up to 10 while inhaling
and exhaling both. The exhalation time should be double of inhalation time. You
can practice this three times every day for 10 minutes each.
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