The belly fat loss rule I tell ALL my clients – and it takes just 20 minutes: ‘I wish people would understand’

A fitness trainer has shared his no-nonsense tip for shedding belly fat quickly, and it’s simple message has been praised by followers.

Brandon Palmer, a popular fitness coach known for his straightforward advice, says ditching marathon cardio sessions in favour of a quick, targeted workout could be the game-changer Aussies are looking for.

‘I wish my followers would understand that walking or jogging for 20 minutes at speed three on a 15 incline at the end of your session will get rid of belly fat and tone your body quicker than hours of cardio,’ Palmer shared.

The secret, according to experts, lies in the incline.

Walking or jogging uphill at a moderate pace engages more muscles, particularly in the lower body and core, while boosting heart rate efficiently.

Unlike lengthy cardio sessions, this approach maximises fat burn in a shorter time by targeting stubborn areas like the belly.

Palmer’s advice has struck a chord with fitness enthusiasts tired of slogging through hours of running or cycling with minimal results.

By incorporating his incline routine, followers can add a focused, manageable workout to the end of their gym sessions without sacrificing hours.

Fitness fans online are loving the approach, calling it ‘the hack we’ve all been waiting for’.

While many are hailing the advice, others have taken to social media to add some scepticism.

Some fitness buffs are already ahead of the curve, noting that the advice is in keeping with other fitness advice.

One Facebook commenter said, ‘This is basically just hiking. I live in the [Pacific Northwest], and we hike a lot.

‘On days I can’t get out there, I walk a 15 incline, speed 3 with 2lb (900g) baby weights in my arms for 45 minutes. It keeps my stamina up for when I’m back on the trails!’

They added, ‘Like with everything, you start slow and work your way up. Lean in, pump them arms, and get walking!’

Others, however, are pointing out the intensity of a 15 per cent incline.

‘Yeah, 15 per cent incline is not for everybody… That’s pretty steep,’ one person remarked. ‘Do what’s toughest for you without being too difficult.’

Combined with a balanced diet and regular exercise, this 20-minute incline routine could transform your fitness journey

Another user highlighted the importance of pairing exercise with mindful eating: ‘Weight loss begins in the kitchen, or wherever one prepares food and consumes it.’

For those who have given the technique a shot, the results speak for themselves.

‘I used to do this a few years ago, and it did make a big difference,’ one commenter shared. 

Just in a couple of months, I saw results. I’d see people running for an hour on the treadmill next to me thinking, ‘I wish I could do that,’ but little and often makes a big impact.’

Combined with a balanced diet and regular exercise, this 20-minute incline routine could transform your fitness journey – and finally help you shed those stubborn kilos.

Australian dietitian Leanne Ward also recently said that you cannot out-exercise a bad diet.

Ms Ward had a client who did high-intensity interval training (HIIT) six days a week to burn calories.

However, the training left her ravenous and exhausted, making it harder to stick to her low calorie diet.

Leanne explained that while foods like salmon, sweet potato, and olive oil are undoubtedly healthy, consuming them in large, unmeasured portions can hinder fat loss

By scaling back to two HIIT sessions and adding two strength-training sessions, she reduced her hunger, improved her energy, and saw better results.

The professional recommends incorporating both cardio and strength training into your weekly routine.

Strength training helps build muscle, which boosts metabolism over time.

You should also prioritise recovery because over-exercising can lead to fatigue, increased hunger, and burnout.

Allow yourself rest days to recover and perform better.

In addition, you should be including the right proportions of protein, carbs, and fats in every meal, to stop experiencing cravings, improving your hormonal health, and feeling more satisfied overall.

You can use the famous ‘plate method’ by filling half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, one-quarter with lean protein, and one-quarter with whole grains or starchy carbs.

You can also add a healthy fat source like avocado or olive oil.

Dietitians warn clients not to fear carbs and to instead choose complex carbs like quinoa, sweet potato, or brown rice for sustained energy and satiety.

‘No more fad diets, no more self-sabotage,’ said Leanne.

‘It’s time to fix your hormones, stabilise your energy, and lose body fat safely and sustainably – in a way that fits your busy life!’