{"id":7033,"date":"2024-11-07T10:26:47","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T16:26:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.personaltrainerfoodblog.com\/?p=7033"},"modified":"2026-02-09T07:22:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T13:22:22","slug":"flat-abs-without-crunches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/flat-abs-without-crunches\/","title":{"rendered":"Want Sexy Flat Abs? Here’s How!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you FINALLY want to see the flat abs and firm mid-section you desire?<\/p>\n

We have the low-down on how you can get tight, sexy abs and lean, toned legs without killing yourself in the gym.<\/p>\n

And the best part: you can do all of these in just a few minutes a day!<\/p>\n

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These are the easiest and scientifically proven ways to activate your core and burn more fat–<\/strong> as you do your 20-minute walks.<\/p>\n

Do these and start LOVING your flat abs today!<\/p>\n

#1 Lose 5x More Bellyfat<\/h2>\n

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Picking up your pace can burn up to 5x more belly fat, meaning you’ll lose more inches around your waist.<\/strong>1<\/sup><\/p>\n

Whether you are new to daily walks or not, always try go just a little bit faster– like you are late for an appointment.<\/p>\n

Pro-Tip: Here’s a good rule to know… a brisk pace is about 3+ miles an hour. That works out to 15-20 minutes to walk one mile or 2,000 steps.<\/em><\/p>\n

#2 Start Burning More at Sunrise<\/h2>\n

Start melting bellyfat off your waist before breakfast.<\/p>\n

An early bird walk in the morning– before you eat breakfast forces your body to dig deeper into your fat stores.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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In addition to losing weight, fasted exercise has the surprising benefit of preserving lean muscles while burning fat<\/strong> better than exercising after a meal.2<\/sup><\/p>\n

Pro-Tip: If you drink coffee or tea, have a cup before you walk. The caffeine will help you burn even more fat!<\/em><\/p>\n

(After your walk, start your day the PTF way with easy-to-prepare eggs.<\/a> They are a real time-saver so you have more time to make walking a part of your morning routine.)<\/p>\n

#3 Walk Backwards<\/h2>\n

You can do this outdoors, or just face the opposite direction on your treadmill to engage a whole new set of muscles for tighter, leaner legs and super flat abs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Because backwards walking uses different muscles than forwards walking, it enhances fat-burning–<\/strong> and balance. It’s also easier on your knees.3<\/sup><\/p>\n

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Bonus: Backwards walking can make you smarter too!4<\/sup><\/p>\n

Pro-tip: start slow enough that you don’t have to hold onto the rails if you are doing this on a treadmill. Eventually you will get the hang of it and can speed things up.<\/em><\/p>\n

#4 Drink Up for Flat Abs!<\/h2>\n

Being even slightly dehydrated<\/strong> affects your exercise performance and ability to burn fat.<\/strong>5<\/sup> Drinking water also creates flat abs because water flushes your system.<\/p>\n

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Just downing a couple pints of water before heading out on a walk is not enough to offset dehydration– it takes your body 45-60 minutes for the water to go from your stomach to your cells. So drink in advance of your workout.<\/p>\n

Pro-Tip: Make it a goal to sip on 3 liters or more throughout your day.<\/em><\/p>\n

#5 Steps for the Next Level<\/h2>\n

Stairs are great way to target your calves, thighs, and butt.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is exactly how Josh started his journey at almost 500 pounds, just look at his transformation!<\/p>\n

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Inspiring, right? You can learn more about Josh here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Pro-Tip: You don’t need a full flight of stairs for this to work. Just a few steps, a curb, or a low wall can be used to step up and down to get some extra leg-work.<\/em><\/p>\n

#6 Get Footloose with a Playlist<\/h2>\n

Listening to music with a strong, fast tempo will improve your workout.6<\/sup><\/p>\n

Rock, rap, or metal is perfect when you are feeling in charge. Classic guitar a great compliment for quiet moments. Dance and hip-hop will get your rear moving.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Not sure where to start? Think back to your old high school favorites. Those are sure to get your toes tapping.<\/p>\n

#7 Take Your Abs for a Hike<\/h2>\n

The varied terrain on hiking trails more fully engages your core and abs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Using your core burns more fat<\/strong>, makes really flat abs, and gives you good posture, too.<\/p>\n

Bonus: you’ll come back from the great outdoors feeling more refreshed than working out in a stuffy gym.7<\/sup><\/p>\n

Pro-Tip: You don’t need to buy expensive hiking boots to hike– trail runners will do it for hiking most trails.<\/em><\/p>\n

#8 Run Off the Fat –Without Running!<\/h2>\n

\"Sully<\/a> Ready to burn more fat today? It’s time to to push that button!<\/p>\n

An incline actually mimics the motor pattern of running,<\/strong> targeting different muscles so you can burn more fat.<\/p>\n

Pro-tip: Add a few degrees on your treadmill or some hills on your walking loop will do the trick.<\/em><\/p>\n

#9 Adopt a Walking Buddy<\/h2>\n

Dog owners walk 132 more minutes a week than non-dog owners.<\/p>\n

That’s only 8 minutes short of the 140 minutes a week walking goal with Personal Trainer Food<\/a>!<\/p>\n

\"Just<\/a><\/p>\n

Here’s a true story of how Peety the shelter dog helped his owner lose over 140 pounds.<\/strong><\/p>\n