How to get your spare tire to fall off????

[angelina85 0]

Was wondering if anyone knew what exercise is best to get rid of your spare tire????? So if anyone has any ideas please fill me in....

[smsmithart 4]

I had a tt..after your skin has been stretched for so long I don't think it goes back all the way

[angelina85 0]

No I am not ready for a Tummy Tuck yet.. I don't have lose skin yet there is still fat that I need to get off. I was just wondering if there were any exercises that would target that area..

Cause I have lost 90lb in 11months and that area have gone done some but not a lot.. So was trying to find some exercise that would target that area.... Any suggestions???

[kagoscuba 0]

How about a threesome? No, get your mind right...I mean swim, bike, and run. Targeted exercise is a myth. There is nothing that'll get rid of the love handles other than consistent exercise or surgery. Genetics play a role too, Even when I weighed 165 at age 20 (top physical shape) I had a small amount of side roll. Swimming is my favorite as it has changed my body the most.

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

Hi Kagoscuba,

Unitarian-Universalist in CT checking in here...

When I worked summers as a lifeguard, I was told that swimming was great for aerobic fitness, but not necessarily great for fat loss because the Water helped keep your "burn" rate low (temperature difference, plus you don't sweat as much in the water).

What was your swimming routine, and how much of the other two did you do? I loved to swim, and got away from it for quite a while. My hubby was recently told he has arthritis in his knee, so he's looking into getting back into the Water, and I'd love to go with him...

Thanks in advance for the info!:cry_smile:

[Guest Leslie2Lose]

I wish I had an answer too. I've heard pilates (yes I have the DVD and need to use it) is great for toning and shaping your abdominal area. I actually enjoy doing it.

I have a six pack, unfortunately it is covered by my apron. Thus, I cannot see it. I have the dreaded apron - oh how I hate it. I'm planning on a good doctor, sterile hospital room, scaple, stitches and lots of good drugs to take care of what exercise won't.

[Jachut 487]

The best way to get rid of a spare tyre is to lose the fat - for me, lots of cardio works, I do minimum strength training (coz I hate it). But a combination is what's usually prescribed.

You cant spot reduce it, it really doesnt make any difference if your abs are in good condition or not, if there's fat on top, you get the spare tyre.

And most of us will be left with at least a small one. Because there will no doubt be some excess skin.