Deepika Padukone's trainer shares how to lose belly fat without going to the gym

With the festive season around the corner, looking and feeling your best becomes a top priority, but finding time for the gym amid busy schedules isn’t always possible. Whether you’re working long hours, handling home responsibilities, or just not into hitting the gym, staying fit doesn’t have to be a struggle. Thankfully, celebrity fitness trainer Yasmin Karachiwala, who trains stars like Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, and Alia Bhatt, has a quick solution, a no-gym abs workout that anyone can do at home.

6 Simple Moves to Burn Belly Fat

Yasmin’s routine is divided into two levels, beginner and advanced, so you can choose what suits your fitness level. Each move targets a different part of your abdominal muscles, helping you sculpt a stronger core. Aim for three sets of 15 reps for each move.


Beginner Level (No Equipment Needed)
Curl-Up (Legs Down)
Lie flat on your back, bend your knees, and keep your feet on the ground.
Place your hands behind your head and gently lift your upper back off the floor.
Targets: Upper abs

Reverse Curls
Lie on your back, bring your knees towards your chest.
Use your lower core to lift your hips slightly off the ground.
Targets: Lower abs


Crisscross
Lie on your back and lift both legs in the air.
Move your legs in a scissor-like motion while engaging your core.
Targets: Obliques (side abs)

Advanced Level (For Core Challenge Seekers)
Curl-Up (Legs at Tabletop)
Lie down and lift your legs into a 90-degree angle (tabletop position).
Curl your upper body upwards, engaging your core.
Targets: Upper abs with added resistance

Straight Leg Lifts
Lie on your back and extend your legs straight out.
Slowly lift both legs up and then lower them without touching the floor.
Targets: Lower abs and hip flexors

Alternate Heel Touch
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat.
Reach side-to-side to touch your heels, alternating left and right.
Targets: Obliques and core control

Guess, what's the best part? You don't need a gym. What makes this routine great is that you can do it anywhere, anytime, no fancy equipment or trainer required. All you need is a mat or soft surface and a few minutes a day.


Yasmin encourages consistency over intensity. Even if you start with the beginner set, doing these regularly can lead to visible improvements not just in how your abs look, but in how your core supports your posture, balance, and overall strength.

So if you're dreaming of flaunting a festive-ready look without stepping into a gym, this simple and effective abs workout is worth adding to your routine.