{"id":8320,"date":"2020-08-11T20:00:14","date_gmt":"2020-08-11T20:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=8320"},"modified":"2025-10-09T22:51:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T22:51:16","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Get Rid Of Stomach Overhang: Expert-Approved Ways To Shrink Your Belly"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#What_Is_Stomach_Overhang\" >What Is Stomach Overhang?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#What_Causes_Stomach_Overhang\" >What Causes Stomach Overhang?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Weight_Gain\" >Weight Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Pregnancy\" >Pregnancy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Rapid_Weight_Loss\" >Rapid Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#How_to_Get_Rid_of_Overhang_Stomach_Fat\" >How to Get Rid of Overhang Stomach Fat<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Gradual_Weight_Loss\" >Gradual Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#How_to_Get_Rid_of_Hanging_Belly_Diet\" >How to Get Rid of Hanging Belly: Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Exercise\" >Exercise\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Lose_Hanging_Belly_Fat\" >How Long Does It Take to Lose Hanging Belly Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#What_Is_the_Best_Exercise_for_Overhang_Belly\" >What Is the Best Exercise for Overhang Belly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Can_You_Tone_a_Flabby_Tummy\" >Can You Tone a Flabby Tummy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Does_walking_reduce_belly_fat\" >Does walking reduce belly fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#Can_exercise_get_rid_of_a_saggy_belly\" >Can exercise get rid of a saggy belly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#What_can_I_drink_to_tighten_my_skin\" >What can I drink to tighten my skin?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-overhang\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even with the emergence of the body positivity movement, the subject of belly fat remains a sore subject for many people &#8211; men and women alike. Having a rounder belly can cause insecurity issues in some, making them want to hide behind baggier clothing to hide their midsection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Overhang\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PilatesOlesia1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stomach overhang, where the skin and fat tissue hang down past your abdomen, can make the situation even worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re among the people who have a hanging belly and are uncomfortable with it, the question of how to get rid of stomach overhang is one you may have thought about or looked up before in an attempt to find solutions to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting rid of belly fat of any kind is difficult and will take a consistent effort with exercise and nutrition, but it\u2019s not impossible. Read on to learn more about what it takes to finally get rid of stomach overhang without going to extremes or wreaking havoc on your health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Stomach_Overhang\"><\/span><b>What Is Stomach Overhang?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach overhang is exactly what the name suggests &#8211; it is a belly\/stomach that hangs over the waistline. Stomach overhang is also commonly known as a \u2018belly pooch\u2019 or an \u2018apron belly\u2019 as the excess skin and fat hand over the waist in the same way an actual apron would. This \u2018apron belly\u2019 is also medically referred to as abdominal panniculus or pannus stomach\/belly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499822\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Overhang\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4832.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_get_rid_of_stomach_overhang\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe <\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Stomach_Overhang\"><\/span><b>What Causes Stomach Overhang?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we can provide expert tips on how to lose belly overhang, we must first know what causes it, as knowing the root cause of something can be the best way to beat it. If you\u2019re struggling with a hanging belly, here are some reasons why you may have gotten it in the first place:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Gain\"><\/span><b>Weight Gain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you eat and drink more calories than your body is able to burn in a day, the excess calories are turned into fat and stored in your body. This leads to weight gain and increased fat stores in the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that men and women store fat differently with the former storing it more in their abdominal region and the latter storing it more in their glutes and lower extremities (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11706283\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cambridge.org\/core\/journals\/british-journal-of-nutrition\/article\/sex-differences-in-fat-storage-fat-metabolism-and-the-health-risks-from-obesity-possible-evolutionary-origins\/00950AD6710FB3D0414B13EAA67D4327\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time and with continuous intake of excess calories, your body will end up storing fat all over and if nothing is done about it, you may notice that the belly starts to become bigger and may eventually hang over your waistline. If it\u2019s left unchecked even further, the excess skin and fat can spread, eventually covering the anterior thighs, hips, and knees (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499822\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pregnancy\"><\/span><b>Pregnancy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting pregnant and being able to bring your child into the world healthily is a miracle that should never be underestimated. However, despite the celebration of this miracle, pregnancy usually comes with some unwanted side effects to the body of the mother &#8211; one of which is apron belly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your baby grows inside you, your weight goes up and the skin around your belly stretches in order to accommodate them. After giving birth, the weight can go away and the skin is expected to shrink back. However, in some women, the belly and skin around the belly don\u2019t shrink as expected, which leaves them with a stomach overhang.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Overhang\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pregnant-women-cravings-Banner-2-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rapid_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Rapid Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the main reasons why people are advised to lose weight in a gradual manner is because rapid weight loss can be bad for their health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that losing weight too quickly can negatively affect your heart health and may lead to dehydration, malnourishment, dry or brittle hair and \ufb01ngernails, muscle atrophy, fatigue, cramps, muscle weakness, depressed immune system, decreased energy metabolism, or dizziness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/261358425_The_Potential_Dangers_of_Using_Rapid_Weight_Loss_Techniques\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What people forget is that your skin is also involved in the weight loss process. As you gain weight, the skin stretches to accommodate your larger frame. As you lose weight, the skin shrinks back to match your smaller frame. If you lose weight too quickly, the skin doesn\u2019t have enough time to shrink to match your smaller size and can be left loose and hanging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The loose skin caused by rapid weight loss occurs in your belly and can also occur in the arms, thighs, and other body parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-holding-in-your-stomach-help-flatten-it\/\"><i>Does Holding In Your Stomach Help Flatten It? Unraveling the Myths<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Rid_of_Overhang_Stomach_Fat\"><\/span><b>How to Get Rid of Overhang Stomach Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, a stomach overhang is likely not a life sentence, and here are some options that you can turn to to help you reduce or get rid of your apron belly:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gradual_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Gradual Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As demonstrated above, weight gain is the main culprit behind stomach overhang, which means that losing weight could help reduce the appearance of belly fat or potentially get rid of it completely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to healthy weight loss, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends a steady weight loss pace of just 1 to 2 pounds a week. They state that sticking to these parameters will ensure that you\u2019re more likely to keep the weight off in the long term compared to someone who loses weight very quickly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-weight-growth\/losing-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, losing weight gradually also helps ensure your skin has enough time to shrink back, which reduces the chances of loose skin in the abdominal area of the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But how exactly do you ensure slow and gradual weight loss?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Overhang\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Treadmill-Women-Collage-2.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Rid_of_Hanging_Belly_Diet\"><\/span><b>How to Get Rid of Hanging Belly: Diet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to popular belief, there is no diet that is best for belly fat loss. What matters more and makes the most difference is what you eat and how much of it you eat. According to research, the best dietary strategies that can help with weight loss and potentially help with stomach overhang reduction\/elimination include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8017325\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221839\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing your calorie intake<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-how-it-affects-your-body-and-health\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; this helps reduce your calorie intake and can also rev up your metabolism helping with fat burning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliminating smoking and reducing alcohol consumption<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portion control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating more nutritious foods &#8211; make sure you\u2019re consuming a nutritionally balanced, hypocaloric diet that is rich in protein, whole grains, and healthy fats Also make sure to consume at least five servings per day of fruits and vegetables, eat only moderate amounts of dairy and meat products, and limit the consumption of foods that are high in fat or sugar or contain few nutrients.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise\"><\/span><b>Exercise\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While a healthy diet alone can help with weight loss, research has shown that a combination of exercise plus diet provides the best weight and abdominal fat loss results (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6371569\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When it comes to workouts for belly fat loss, it\u2019s best to do more than just belly\/core exercises as spot reduction is nothing but a myth. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/compound-exercises-for-weight-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compound exercises for weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are best as they help you lose weight and tone your muscles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If diet and exercise don\u2019t work, your stomach overhang is due to excess skin after weight loss, or it causes you significant discomfort, consider consulting a healthcare professional.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Lose_Hanging_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>How Long Does It Take to Lose Hanging Belly Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re going down the surgical route, then the loss will be immediate and all you need to do is heal the scars and live a healthier lifestyle to ensure you keep your weight in check to prevent more abdominal fat from accumulating.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you&#8217;re losing this belly fat via diet and exercise, the answer becomes more complicated. In addition to diet and exercise, your body weight is determined by other factors that are individual to you, including genetics, the amount of sleep you get per night, medication you\u2019re taking, and underlying health issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221834\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/factors-affecting-weight-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0026049520302523\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of these factors make it difficult for us to provide a blanket answer that covers everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_get_rid_of_stomach_overhang\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Exercise_for_Overhang_Belly\"><\/span><b>What Is the Best Exercise for Overhang Belly?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As previously mentioned, spot reduction is a myth. You can\u2019t simply perform belly exercises and expect to get rid of your belly overhang. The best routine to help you get rid of belly overhang is one that incorporates full-body compound exercises for weight loss and core exercises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compound exercises work multiple muscle groups at the same time. This can help increase the total caloric burn through exercise and can even be better for muscle growth, as an increase in muscle growth can lead to an increase in resting metabolic rate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-body workouts can also be better for calorie burning, which leads to weight and fat loss over time. As spot reduction is a myth, you must lose weight all over to lose belly fat. If you\u2019re worried that you may end up looking too small for your liking, remember you can always build muscle to help you look how you want without the excess fat stores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-workout-tips-and-exercises-you-need-to-know\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core workouts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> don\u2019t burn belly fat. Instead, they work the core muscles that are hidden under the layer of abdominal fat. When you lose belly fat through full-body workouts, the core muscles that were developed via core-specific exercise become more visible. In addition, by training with full-body workouts, you\u2019ll be engaging your core with every movement you do.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not sure where to start with all this, look up tips on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-start-losing-weight-for-beginners\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to start losing weight for beginners.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This will give you a clear guideline to follow for success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Overhang\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cover-gym-workout-women-6.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Tone_a_Flabby_Tummy\"><\/span><b>Can You Tone a Flabby Tummy?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. As previously mentioned, a combination of diet and exercise is best for this. A flabby tummy is usually due to excess fat. Being in a calorie deficit diet and adding full-body workouts can help you lose this excess fat. If you want some ideas for core-specific workouts, you should try exercises such as planks, mountain climbers, torso twists, and leg raises. For an even stronger core, learn <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-stomach-vacuums\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to do stomach vacuums<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as this ab exercise can increase your core strength, help protect your back, and give you the appearance of a more cinched waist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/toned-stomach-vs-flat-stomach\/\"><i>Toned Stomach vs Flat Stomach: Which One Is Best, and Why?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_walking_reduce_belly_fat\"><\/span><strong>Does walking reduce belly fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it does. Research over the years has shown walking can help reduce belly fat in both men and women (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12439651\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0168822702001298\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25566464\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8840715\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_exercise_get_rid_of_a_saggy_belly\"><\/span><strong>Can exercise get rid of a saggy belly?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A combination of exercise and a healthy calorie deficit diet can get rid of a saggy belly over time. However, in more extreme cases, surgery may be the best option.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_drink_to_tighten_my_skin\"><\/span><strong>What can I drink to tighten my skin?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that taking collagen can help improve hydration in your skin and improve its elasticity, which helps with tightening and reducing signs of aging (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8824545\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10180699\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). While collagen can be found in supplements and topical treatments, its best and most natural form comes from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bone-broth-for-weight-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bone broth<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Similar to with exercise, you should contact a medical professional before you add any supplements to your diet. They are your best resource to ensure what you\u2019re eating is what your body actually needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Overhang\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PilatesOlesia.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to how to get rid of stomach overhang, the answer largely lies in weight loss through diet and exercise. However, if the overhang isn\u2019t caused by extra fat and is caused by an underlying medical condition, a surgical option could be considered. Make sure to consult your doctor if your overhang is bothering you too much and if none of the non-invasive options are giving you the desired results. However, it\u2019s important to remember that even with a surgical option, you\u2019ll need to include exercise and stay within your daily calorie intake goals to see long-term results.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even with the emergence of the body positivity movement, the subject of belly fat remains a sore subject for many people &#8211; men and women alike. 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Read on to learn more about what it takes to finally get rid of stomach overhang without going to extremes or wreaking havoc on your health.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Is Stomach Overhang?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach overhang is exactly what the name suggests - it is a belly\/stomach that hangs over the waistline. Stomach overhang is also commonly known as a \u2018belly pooch\u2019 or an \u2018apron belly\u2019 as the excess skin and fat hand over the waist in the same way an actual apron would. 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