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Most fitness influencers aren't telling you the truth. Have you ever seen an ab workout video promising a six-pack in 30 days? I believed it for years, only to be disappointed when my abs didn't appear. Ab workouts are just the surface. The real issue is your belly fat. In this easy guide, I'll share how I got rid of my stubborn belly fat and uncovered my abs. 1. Build muscle FIRST: The more muscle you have, the more calories your body burns at rest. If you build muscle, you'll be more efficient at burning fat than if you tried cutting with little muscle mass. To start building muscle, train with intensity (7-9 RPE) and correct volume (12-20 sets per week on each muscle). 2. Create a deficit: Once you've built muscle, now we have enough ammo to attack your stubborn belly fat. Thermogenesis means your body has a maintenance number of calories it needs to function. When you go below this number, your body will draw on its fat for energy. I recommend cutting 200 below your maintenance calories to start. 3. Cut less, walk more: If you keep decreasing your calories, you'll run into a problem; you'll risk losing muscle. Instead, add 30 minutes of walking to your day. Walking is low intensity, and it also increases your longevity by lowering your risk of heart disease. If you focus on these 3 steps consistently, you'll uncover the six pack that's hiding underneath your fat. If you have any questions, comment below and I'll get back to you.

If you can't go to the gym, but still want to build an aesthetic physique, check out my new routine. The exercises are also updated on the "Anime Physique Guide" exercise list. Let me know if you have any questions, and I'll get back to you.

As a new lifter, I used to think: "I've been lifting for 6 months, but I don't look any different. It must be my genetics. Time to quit!" But in reality, I was skipping workouts, ate fast food, and being dishonest with myself. If you're not seeing progress, this is your sign to refocus on your daily habits. Ask yourself: - Can I control whether I work out today? - Can I control how much I eat? Do this everyday, and you will end up with extraordinary results.

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