Many people notice that even with regular workouts and proper nutrition, certain areas of the body remain unchanged — this is where localized fat deposits accumulate. This is not always related to laziness or dietary mistakes; more often, the cause lies in metabolic characteristics, hormonal balance, and blood circulation.
Why fat is lost unevenly
When the body uses energy, it does not choose a specific area from which to burn fat. That is why many people, even those who watch their diet and exercise actively, do not understand how to get rid of fat deposits on the abdomen. It is especially difficult to correct areas on the sides and back — these are precisely the zones where fat is retained the longest.
- Genetics determine where the body “stores” energy — most often the hips, lower abdomen, and lower back.
- Hormonal balance affects where lipolysis occurs more actively.
- Poor microcirculation in tissues interferes with the breakdown of fat cells.
- Age and stress also reduce the efficiency of natural metabolism.
According to research data, in 65–70% of people fat is distributed unevenly, and standard workouts do not solve the problem locally.
Why sports and diet do not always give the desired result
Even with a calorie deficit, the body decides on its own where to burn fat from. Therefore, it is not always possible to eliminate fat deposits exactly where one wants. For example, a person loses weight, but changes in the legs and neck remain minimal.
- Cardio workouts increase overall endurance but do not target specific areas.
- Strength training strengthens muscles but does not reduce the thickness of the subcutaneous layer.
- Diets, especially extreme ones, often slow down metabolism.
- Lack of sleep and stress provoke fat accumulation due to cortisol release.
As a result, the body loses overall volume, but areas with dense fat deposits remain the same. That is why a comprehensive approach is important when shaping the body.