Question

How can a 14 year old lose body fat?

Answer 1

he can play physical and outdoor games and avoid junk food

Answer 2

A teen with a muffin top may be especially self-conscious about her appearance. Extra belly fat also puts a young 14-year-old at risk to develop risk factors for adult conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Losing stomach fat requires changing habits, which can be challenging. The good news is that this new lifestyle will help your teen manage her weight and health for life.A 14-year-old who leads a sedentary lifestyle is more likely to hold onto belly fat. A review published in the May 2013 issue of "The Physician and Sports Medicine" notes that strong evidence exists that aerobic exercise can decrease waist size, body fat and belly fat in adolescents. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a minimum of 60 minutes per day of physical activity -- most of which should be aerobic activity. At first, 60 minutes per day may seem like a lot -- especially if unaccustomed to this much movement -- so ease into exercise gradually. Start with just 10 to 15 minutes per day and gradually increase the amount of time you commit to exercise over several weeks. Running and riding a bike are common activities a 14-year-old can do easily to get active, but participation in team sports, walking the dog or joining a dance class also count. Parents can encourage activity by inviting their 14-year-old on walks or having her join them in a fitness class at the local recreation center or gym.