#HealthBytes: Five exercises to get rid of chest fat
Chest fat in men could be embarrassing. Excess fat and underdeveloped muscles are the main reasons for flabby male chests. Although reducing chest fat could be challenging, with a dedicated diet plan and exercise regimen, it can be dealt with. Here are five exercises to help you get rid of chest fat.
Dumbbell Pullover
To perform dumbbell pullover, lie flat on your back on a flat bench. Hold a dumbbell above your chest, with your elbows slightly bent. Then, slowly lower the dumbbell back over your head. Make sure to do this slowly so that you feel the stretch. Aim for 3 sets with 10-12 repetitions in each set. Perform this exercise three times a week.
Incline Bench Dumbbell Press Workout
Position yourself on an incline bench. Hold two medium-weight dumbbells. Next, push the dumbbells upward in a sudden motion so that you feel the pressure in your upper chest. Bring them down slowly. Aim for 3 sets initially with 10-12 repetitions in each set. Perform this exercise three times every week.
Incline Barbell Bench Press
Position yourself in an incline bench. Hold a barbell, and press it upward in an explosive motion so that you feel the pressure in your upper chest. Then bring it down. Aim for 3 sets with 10-12 repetitions. Perform this exercise thrice a week. In the initial days, you are advised to go slow and perform under proper supervision.
Smith Machine Incline Bench Press
Take an adjustable bench and place it under the Smith machine. Hold the barbell, with your hands slightly wider than shoulder width. Slowly lower the barbell toward your chest. Then push the bar upward in an explosive fashion. Aim for 3 sets with 10-12 repetitions in each. Perform this exercise three times a week.
Decline Push Ups
This is quite similar to your regular push up, just that your legs will be placed at a raised platform/surface. Perform the push ups with your hands wider than shoulder width. Aim for about 3 sets initially with 10-12 repetitions in each set. Perform this exercise thrice a week, to lose chest fat.