Q: Hi there Mike, I need help with losing weight off my stomache. I am 28 and I had my first child 4 years ago. I am currently 117 pounds, somewhat fit, but just can't seems to get that layer of fat off my stomache. Previously to having my first child, I had no fat on my stomache and have always had a great body and high matabolism, can you help me out in losing weight in specifically that area if possible????

A: There's no way to target one specific area for fat loss, but you certainly can reduce overall body fat which will improve the trouble areas like your stomach as well. The fact that you have always slim is a good sign when it comes to fat loss -- you naturally have high metabolism and your body is not predisposed to gaining fat. And at just 117 pounds you cannot have much extra fat at all, even if you are only 5 feet tall. So all those things are working in your favor.

Since as I said before there is simply no way to target stomach fat specifically, please read my fat loss article to learn the most effective way to lose overall body fat, which will get rid of the unwanted stomach fat as part of the larger process. Good luck!