How to make your belly fat healthier, according to experts

Plus, 20 exercises to strengthen and tone the calves

September 13, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER September 13, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER There are different kinds of fat. Subcutaneous fat is the fat just under the skin, the kind you can pinch with your fingers around your midsection. Another other kind is called visceral fat, and it lives deeper in your belly between your organs, and it's associated with a host of health risks. Learn more about the different types of belly fat below.  Integrating calf exercises into your fitness regimen can be easy. In fact, you're probably already doing some of the best calf exercises without even knowing it! It's all about awareness and fine tuning your movements to target the calf muscles. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is walk and core.   Strength in the lower body improves balance and stability while walking, standing, running and performing everyday movements. But many lower-body workouts tend to focus on the hamstrings and glutes and neglect a very important muscle group: the calves.   You may assume that if you generally work out the legs, the calves will take care of themselves. Unfortunately, that's not the case, as evidenced by multitudes of Achilles strains and rampant knee instability. Not only that, but if walking or running faster or jumping higher is one of your fitness goals, calf strength is key.   See the 20 calf exercises to strengthen and tone your calves with no equipment.  GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan This salad boasts numerous veggies, making it a filling and nutritious meal. To take the healthfulness up a notch, use whole-grain tortellini and add an extra handful of arugula to your bowl. To meal prep this salad in advance, leave out the basil and arugula until ready to serve.   Breakfast: Spinach and Artichoke Egg Souffles Lunch: Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad Dinner: Leftovers or Takeout GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Feeling anxious? 6 breathing exercises to help you calm down instantly If you are anxious or stressed, yoga breathing is a simple way to increase mindfulness and calm down in minutes. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Not all belly fat is the same. This 1 habit can make your belly fat healthier, experts say All belly fat is not made equal. New research published in the journal Nature Metabolism on Sept. 10 found that people with obesity who get regular aerobic exercise are storing healthier fat in their bellies compared to people with obesity who don't.   The study followed 32 participants, both male and female. Half of them exercised four times per week for two years or more and the other half didn't. In the end, even if they had the same percentage of overall body fat, those who exercised consistently had more beneficial belly fat.   Learn more about the different types of belly fat.  READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News Bread can be healthy, dietitians say. Here's what to look for Bread is a staple food in many diets, so what is the healthiest bread you can buy? Dietitians reveal what to look for when choosing a healthy bread. When is the best time to get your flu shot? Flu season is approaching in the United States. Here's what you can expect this year — and when to get your flu vaccine to help you stay safe. Miso butter heightens the flavor of fresh tomatoes in this summery pasta This late-summer pantry pasta from Andy Baraghani combines bright, tangy tomatoes and salty miso into an exciting sauce. Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you again tomorrow morning. Want to refer a friend? Subscribe here Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy | Contact MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT