For most of us belly fat just seems to creep on to us, one day we are all fighting fit and can buy jeans just about anywhere we want to. The next minute you are having to breath in to fit into them and then before you know it nothing fits.

The battle to lose belly fat can be a long and tedious one, with lots of frustration along the way, so to start you off right here is a quick couple of exercises that will help get you started.

First, as with starting any exercise program, you should check with your doctor first.  After doing this, you should definitely do some cardio.  When you increase your heart rate for an extended period of time, more calories are burned and the fat will just melt off you if this is done regularly.

Everyone automatically things that you have to do crunches in order to get flat abs.  This is not true.  There are alternative methods, although belly fat is often better firmed by doing crunches.  Most of these exercises involve twisting, which are easier for a beginner and will also target your obloquies.

In as little as 15 minutes a day of various crunches, twists or other alternative exercises, you can reduce your belly fat easily.  Add a bit of walking or other cardio and you’ll be having sexy, flat abs in no time at all!  

Two non-crunch exercises which will reduce belly fat:
Toe Drop:  Lie faceup, arms at sides, palms down, knees bent 90 degrees so calves are parallel to the floor. Engage abs and slowly lower left toes to touch the floor. Lift foot back up; repeat on right side. Do 25 reps, alternating legs.

Side Extension:  Stand with feet hip-width apart, knees slightly bent, holding water bottle with both hands overhead, shoulders down. Lean upper body slightly forward and to the right. Hold for 2 breaths. Return to starting position. Repeat on left side. Do 10 reps, alternating sides.