{"id":1729,"date":"2026-01-01T00:33:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-01T00:33:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=1729"},"modified":"2026-01-01T00:33:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-01T00:33:28","slug":"lee-priest-gives-simple-solution-for-shedding-pudgy-little-belly-fat-in-2026-fitness-volt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=1729","title":{"rendered":"Lee Priest Gives Simple Solution for Shedding ‘Pudgy Little Belly Fat’ in 2026 \u2013 Fitness Volt"},"content":{"rendered":"


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The holiday binges are coming to an end, and Lee Priest wants to help his fans get in shape. On Dec. 30, 2025, via YouTube, he discussed how gradual dieting changes can shed belly fat more effectively than cutting off foods cold turkey.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

During his career, Priest was known for his unconventional eating habits. In off-seasons, he\u2019d balloon up in weight<\/a>, but as soon as contest prep kicked in, eating clean took center stage. Priest would dramatically transform his physique in the lead-up to contests, making him a top threat throughout the 1990s and 2000s<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In retirement, he still keeps up with a busy workout schedule. With the New Year here, Priest is breaking down some of the dieting<\/a> mistakes and secrets he\u2019s encountered. In the latest Sam\u2019s Fitness \u2013 Gym Equipment<\/em> YouTube video, he gave his two cents on how to sport a leaner stomach in 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Lee Priest Says Gradual Diet Changes Beat Going Cold Turkey for Belly Fat Loss<\/h2>\n

During the video, Priest said training, cardio, and eating clean food are all you need to shed stubborn belly fat.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u201cYou know what\u2019s bad, you know what\u2019s good,\u201d he said<\/a>. \u201cStay away from the shit and just eat clean food. Do cardio and train, and you\u2019ll get rid of that pudgy little belly fat. I know I gotta do it. I just don\u2019t want to cut out all the good food. When I say good food, I mean the ice creams and stuff.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

While prepping for contests, he would drink diet soda to combat food cravings. Additionally, Priest pointed out how quickly snacks can hamper a calorie deficit.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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