Exercises that Get Rid of Back Fat and Bra Strap Fat Overhang (2024)

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Discover the Best Exercises that Get Rid of Back Fat and Bra Overhang. Tighten and tone your back where fat bulges from bra straps with these exercises.

This past week I had 3 different training clients ask me for exercises that get rid of back fat from bra overhang. I led them through a series of exercises that target the muscles in the upper and middle back “bra strap” area.

After the workout, everyone said they felt like they were working muscles they didn’t know they had.

EXERCISES THAT GET RID OF BACK FAT AND BRA OVERHANG

In today’s episode of CCtv, I’m sharing the best exercises for the bra strap “fat bulge” area of the back.

If you’re self-conscious about the bra strap area, this back fat workout is for you. : ) See me demo the exercises below.

How to do the Back Fat / Bra Strap Workout

  • Warm-up first with some light cardio and stretching.
  • Repeat each back fat exercise 15 times to complete 1 set.
  • Complete 3 full sets of all 6 exercises to complete this bra strap back fat workout.
  • Don’t forget to follow a meal plan. It’s impossible to out-exercise a bad diet and proper nutrition is mandatory to burn fat and preserve muscle.

Exercises for Back Fat

Back Fat Exercise #1 Front and Lateral Raise

Grasp dumbbells in both hands. Position dumbbells in front of upper legs with elbows straight or slightly bent. Raise dumbbells forward and upward until your arms are at shoulder height. Lower the weights to the starting position. Lift the weight up and out to the sides until your arms are at shoulder height. Lower the weights back down to the starting position. That makes one rep, or repetition.

Back Fat Exercise #2 Bent Over Rows

This exercise is a twist on a traditional bent over row, literally, because you twist your wrist halfway through the exercise. Holding dumbbells, bend your knees slightly and bring your torso forward, by bending at the waist. Keep your backstraight until it’s halfway to being parallel to the floor. The dumbbellsshould hang directly in front of you, with your wrists facing each other. This is your starting position.Now, while keeping yourtorso stationary, lift the dumbbells straight up and back, keeping your elbows close to your body. Thenslowly lower the barbell back to the starting position. Flip your grip so that your wrists face away from you and repeat the movement, pulling the weights back and up, with your elbows close by your side. That completes one rep.

Back Fat Exercise #3 Trouble U’s

Start with your arms out to the side, with your elbows bent, slightly below shoulder height. This is your starting position. Rotate the weights down so that your knuckles face the floor and your elbows are in line with your shoulders. This is position 2. Now kick the weights out, until your wrist is shoulder height. That is the third position. Return to position 2, the rotate the weights up to the starting position. This equals one rep.

Back Fat Exercise #4 Chicken Wings

Flap your wings, by drawing your elbows out to the side and up until they’re slightly higher than shoulder height. Slowly return back down to the starting position.As you’re flapping, keep the weights pointedout in front of you. Only your elbows should move the weights up and down.

Back Fat Exercise #5 Upright Rows

Grasp a dumbbell in each hand with a grip that is slightly less than shoulder width. The dumbbells should be resting on top of your thighs. Your arms should be extended with a slight bend at the elbows and your back should be straight. This will be your starting position.Use your side shoulders to lift the dumbbells. The dumbbells should be close to the body as you move it up and the elbows should drive the motion. Continue to lift them until they nearly touch your chin.Tip:Your elbows should drive the motion. As you lift the dumbbells, your elbows should always be higher than your forearms. Also, keep your torso stationary and pause for a second at the top of the movement.Lower the dumbbells back down slowly to the starting position.

Back Fat Exercise #6 WoodChop


Grab adumbbell or medicine ball. Stand with your feetshoulder-width apart and hold the weight in front of you with both hands. Tighten your abs and squat,rotating the weight up and across to the left. Now, use your abs to control the movement as you ‘chop’ down and across to your right foot. *Keepyour body weight over your heels. Don’t let your knees go past your toes and keepyour shoulders pressed down.*


That’s it! You’re Done!

Notes about this Back Fat Workout
  • I recommend completing this workout 2 times a week to get the best results.
  • If you train this area consistently, you’ll build lean muscle in the middle back which can help reduce inches from the bra strap area.
  • You can’t spot train to reduce fat. To burn the most fat, do this workout along with my Total Transformation Program.
Exercises that Get Rid of Back Fat and Bra Strap Fat Overhang (8)

Results using my Total Transformation ProgramYou’ll get noticeable results in DAYS not weeks!! Guaranteed.

I hope you like this workout! It works if you work it! So work it you’re worth it!

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  • Here are some more back exercises with dumbbells for women.
    You may also like this arm and back workout for women if you want to target your arms more, too.

Don’t forget to pin these exercises to Pinterest so you’ll have them forever.

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Exercises that Get Rid of Back Fat and Bra Strap Fat Overhang (2024)

FAQs

How to get rid of bra bulge and back fat? ›

Back Bra Bulge Exercises
  1. One-arm lat row with weight.
  2. Lat pull-down & reverse fly with band.
  3. Seated low row & high row with band.
  4. Bow & arrow with band.
  5. Side-lying shoulder trio with weight.
Jun 13, 2023

Why does my back fat hang over my bra? ›

While back fat can be caused by carrying extra weight around the midsection, it is often the result of wearing tight clothing. The constricting force that tight clothing puts on the back can lead to bulges, ripples, and puckering when wearing a bra.

How do you lose upper back and neck fat? ›

To lose back fat, you need to lose overall fat. You may be able to do this by following a nutritious diet and exercising using a combination of cardio and toning exercises. Genetics, diet, and lifestyle factors all play a role in where your body stores fat.

How to lose belly and back fat in 2 weeks? ›

Below are some of my tips for how to abdominal belly (and other) fat.
  1. Take a Brisk Walk Before Breakfast.
  2. Start with Some Fiber-Loaded Oatmeal.
  3. Choose Red Fruit Over Green.
  4. Load Up On Avocados.
  5. Mix Up a Plant-Protein Smoothie.
  6. Power Up with Eggs.
  7. Drink Citrus-Infused 'Spa Water'
May 6, 2023

How to tone back fat in a week? ›

11 Effective Workouts to Lose Back Fat Quickly
  1. Reverse hip raise with exercise ball. In case you didn't know, an exercise ball is the best thing to bring to a quarantine. ...
  2. Side plank crunch. ● ...
  3. Kneeling side leg lift. ● ...
  4. Superman. ● ...
  5. Dumbbell (or kettlebell) swing. ● ...
  6. Cat-cow. ...
  7. Side lifts using dumbbells. ...
  8. Bent-over dumbbell rows.
May 7, 2023

How do you melt back fat fast? ›

6 Exercises to Lose Back Fat
  1. Pull-Ups. White recommends pull-ups to target the upper back muscles. ...
  2. LAT Pulldowns. This exercise works the largest muscle in the back, the latissimus dorsi. ...
  3. Seated Rows. ...
  4. Face Pulls. ...
  5. Bent-Over Rows. ...
  6. Cardio.
Oct 24, 2023

What kills lower back fat? ›

Reducing overall body fat through diet and exercise is the best approach to decreasing back fat. People can try eating a diet with nutrient-dense foods that puts them in a calorie deficit. Exercises that target the different muscles in the back can also tone the area.

Is back fat hard to lose? ›

Genetics play a big role in where you store fat, so for many people, back fat is a major problem area — and it is S-T-U-B-B-O-R-N. We're not going to sugarcoat it: Getting rid of back fat isn't easy. There's no one secret move you can do to burn away your back fat.

What kills neck fat? ›

Losing neck fat is a process that can often be kickstarted by adopting healthy lifestyle changes. Anecdotal evidence suggests that neck and chin exercises can help us to minimise layers of neck fat, while exercise and a healthy diet can help us to lose weight around this area.

How to reduce back fat for females without exercise? ›

Cut back on calories.

If you want to tone your back and reduce back fat, you'll need to reduce your overall body fat. Cutting back on the calories you eat each day will help you lose that excess fat. Take a few days to track your calories.

How long does it take to get rid of back fat? ›

How long will this take? Don't expect to see results from just one trip to the gym, or even two weeks. Losing fat through exercise alone can take about 6 months of consistent effort before you notice a big difference.

How can I lose weight on my back and bust? ›

Exercise

Because the breasts contain a portion of fat, focusing on cardio and high-intensity exercises can help shed weight faster and target problem areas. Aerobic exercises — such as stair climbing, cycling, and power walking — can speed up your metabolism and help you lose all-around body fat.

Why am I bulging out of my bra? ›

If your breasts bulge and spill out of your bra, or if the bra is wrinkling this can indicate that the cup size is too small for you or your bra may be cut too low for the size of your breasts, or that the cut is wrong for your breast shape. Our bra specialists advise – “Increase the cup letter size by one.

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