Create a calorie deficit by eating slightly fewer calories than you burn
Prioritize lean protein at each meal
Eat more vegetables, fruit, and high-fiber foods
Reduce sugary drinks, sweets, and refined carbs
Limit alcohol intake
Do regular cardio exercise
Add strength training 2 to 4 times per week
Train your core with planks, dead bugs, and side planks
Increase daily movement with walking and stairs
Get enough sleep each night
Manage stress to reduce overeating and cravings
Stay consistent for several weeks to months
Focus on overall fat loss, not spot reduction
Track progress with waist measurements and photos