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Gut Busters: Trying to shrink my beer gut

Posted on Sep 14th 2006 9:00AM by Victor Agreda, Jr.

Filed Under: Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness, Men's Health

reducing the beer gut

That's Fit blogger Victor Agreda, Jr. blogs each week through the end of 2006 about his progress to whittle his waist.

Fact is, I don't drink beer that often. Maybe my gut evolved over time from more insidious means: lack of an exercise regimen and bad dietary habits. Whatever the reason, I have one, and I'm ready to shrink the darn thing. So each week I'm going to blog about my progress and what I'm doing to reduce my, uh, protrusion.

This week is all about analysis. I took a quick look at what I've been eating, and it ain't good. I had a lot of fast food the past couple of weeks, and haven't been on the treadmill in longer than I like to admit (so I'll admit, it's been well over a month). As you can see from my frightening "belly pic," I have an upper stomach pooch, and a little hanging flab underneath. Looks to me like I have a twofold issue: weak muscles in the core, and some extra fat. We won't talk about the fuzzy bellybutton -- I have no intention to wax it.

From now until next week I'll be researching methods, and when I find what sounds right to me (and my advisory panel), I'll report on a plan. Let the gut busting begin!

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Erik 9-14-2006 @ 11:33AM

If that's your belly in the pic it looks just like mine, so I'll be interested to see what you come up with!

TheLoseWeightDiet 9-14-2006 @ 1:30PM

During your method research, I'd (of course) have to recommend you take a peek at The Lose Weight Diet: http://www.theloseweightdiet.com

It will cost you nothing and is as simple, healthy and practical as a diet can be. It's all about doing exactly what needs to be done while at the same time doing none of what isn't. There is no unnecessary effort, time or money being used.

It should solve all of your beer gut problems, except of course for the fuzzy bellybutton. =]

Larry 9-15-2006 @ 10:56AM

I have been putting my hands on my chest while laying on my back and doing raises. 6 all together. 30 with my legs up in the air and 30 with my legs tucked up close to my body. My intructor said it will also keep my lower back from aching...It is working in 2 months I lost 10 pounds and it looks like it mostly from my middle

HARRY BARDO 9-15-2006 @ 9:36AM

CHECK OUT THE DIETS ON KELLOGGS SPECIAL "K" OR POST GRAPE NUT FLAKES, THEY WORK,EASY WAY TO LOSE 10 LBS IN 12 WEEKS. TEACHES YOU A NEW WAY TO EAT.
LOTS OF LUCK, HARRY

Jennifer 9-15-2006 @ 9:58AM

Go for it dude! You can do it. Just stay motivated.

Michel 9-15-2006 @ 10:35AM

Strong core muscles act as your body's main source of power, control, movement and balance. The central zone, or core, of the body is the area between the hips and the sternum, including the abdominal and back muscles.

bottleman 9-15-2006 @ 11:09AM

I've been plagued by the gut too. I'm pretty fit in some ways and have been doing martial arts for years. I've lost weight doing Weight Watchers -- I really like their "Core" diet because it's one I can do without feeling starved -- but have never gotten skinny like those guys on TV.

Sigh-- Whatever happened to the barrel-chested he-man look? You know, the circus strongman, lifting a golden barbell in a wacky little onesie? You've gotta be a real man to pull that off. Maybe I should just stop dieting and start working on my handlebar mustache.

JIM MC COOL 9-15-2006 @ 2:16PM

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Robert 9-15-2006 @ 5:01PM

I've been trying to get around to losing my gut for a while now - no exercise and bad eating habits are definately where mine comes from. Can't wait to see your progress and how you get there - what a great idea!

David Chartier 9-15-2006 @ 5:16PM

Good luck Victor! I'm on the same quest right now, and I have to thank, at least in part, my Nike+iPod kit.

Latoia 9-17-2006 @ 8:56AM

I understand your anxiety, I plan to do the same thing, i will also research methods on how to lose dreadful "middle section" and I will get back to you. I wanted to say good luck but what is more appropriate is cant wait to see the six pack!!

Latoia 9-17-2006 @ 9:07AM

I understand your anxiety, I plan to do the same thing, i will also research methods on how to lose the dreadful "middle section" and I will get back to you. I wanted to say good luck but what is more appropriate is cant wait to see the six pack!!

larissa 9-17-2006 @ 6:34PM

IMO, nothing will bust your gut like Pilates. I like the Jennifer Kries Pilates Method DVD with the "core contouring" section.

Mag 9-19-2006 @ 7:48AM

It shouldn't be shown like this anyway.

Karen 10-03-2006 @ 9:06PM

Hi Victor! Congratulations on making the decision to get serious, first of all. I hope you don't mind if I just offer a little advice. Don't get sucked into a diet plan. Instead make the commitment to a healthier lifestyle. We all know what is good and what is bad as far as food. Make healthier choices that you can live with in the long run. You shouldn't have to deprive yourself of anything you enjoy either. Just remember moderation.
As far as exercise, if you aren't happy working out on the treadmill then you will never stick with it. There must be something else cardio-like that you enjoy. How about basketball or raquetball? Exercise doesn't have to be torture. If you want to lose fat anywhere, you do need cardio though. Weightlifting is great also, but not without cardio. I'm not a huge fan of it myself, but I have found things I enjoy to make it easier. Weightlifting, cardio and diet all work together and will give you results together. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your updates.