Excess upper, middle, and lower back fat builds up for the same reason any other fat does: due to genetics, a lack of exercise, a sedentary lifestyle, or certain health conditions. With age, fat also tends to accumulate more around your belly area, which can also lead to so-called “love handles” on your lower back.
How long does it take to lose belly and back fat?
The American Council on Exercise says a 1 percent body fat loss per month is safe and achievable. Given that math, it could take a woman with average body fat about 20 to 26 months to achieve the appropriate amount of fat loss for six-pack abs. The average man would need about 15 to 21 months.
What exercises get rid of belly and back fat?
Simple yet effective exercises to melt belly fat:
- Crunches: The most effective exercise to burn stomach fat is crunches.
- Walking: A very simple cardio exercise which helps you lose the belly fat and stay fit.
- Zumba:
- Vertical leg exercises:
- Cycling:
- Aerobics:
What exercise burns the most back fat?
These resistance training exercises work to strengthen your posterior muscles, which will not only change their appearance but also help to lower the risk of injury.
- Reverse fly.
- Resistance band pull-down.
- Barbell bent over rows.
- Back extension.
- Dumbbell swing.
- Side plank variations.