6 Japanese Exercises For Reducing Belly Fat

By Bharati Kumari
25 Aug 2023, 12:12 IST

Japanese people are known for their fitness. Try these 5-minute Japanese exercises to reduce belly fat.

Roll-Ups

Lie down on a mat and straighten your back. Lock your hands above your head. Now, perform a sit-up. You can put a rolled towel to elevate your back.

Lunges Toe Touch

Lunges toe touch is a full-body exercise that targets your core muscles to reduce belly fat.

Towel Swings

Towel swings can help in reducing the belly fat from your stomach's midsection. They also target your obliques.

Reverse crunches

Lie on your back and lift your knees at a 90° angle. Now, pulse your knees back while alleviating your lower back. Use a rolled-up towel under your back to reduce tension.

Ball Twists

This is a Japanese alternative of the classic russian twist. You can do this with either a ball or simply use hand-held weights

The Fold

This is a standing exercise to lose weight. You can do this while standing or sitting down. Try to touch your head on your knees.

Conclusion

These exercises are only effective when done in several reps. You should also prioritise a low-calorie diet.