This speedy standing routine can help address pesky belly fat.<\/p>\n
Most people can agree that the midsection is one of the most frustrating parts of the body to slim down. There are many reasons for this\u2014one being subcutaneous fat, which builds up just beneath the skin. Although belly fat<\/a> can be difficult to lose, it\u2019s important to address in order to boost your overall well-being. That\u2019s why we spoke with Karen Ann Canham, CEO and founder of Karen Ann Wellness<\/a>, Board-Certified Wellness Coach, and Nervous System Specialist who has almost two decades of experience in wellness and corporate leadership, who shares an eight-minute standing routine that firms the midsection after 55.<\/p>\n \u201cAfter 55, several physiological changes contribute to a softer midsection. First, sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass<\/a>, reduces overall muscle tone. Core muscles that support the abdomen become less active if they aren\u2019t trained regularly,\u201d explains Canham. \u201cSecond, hormonal shifts, particularly declining estrogen and testosterone, tend to redistribute fat toward the abdominal area. Many adults notice more central fat storage even if their weight hasn\u2019t changed significantly.\u201d<\/p>\n In addition, changes to posture and prolonged sitting can weaken the deep core stabilizers. When muscles like the glutes and transverse abdominis lose strength, your abs can look more protruded\u2014even when fat-gain isn\u2019t part of the equation.<\/p>\n