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Oh, and obviously exercise helps. Walking and hiking work really well for me. I also enjoy hula hooping to strengthen my middle.

Yeah, obviously. The problem is that I don't want to lose fat all over, just that particular bit! I had it even when I was very thin.

Strength training would be better than aerobic. Hiking/stair climbing, lifting, squats. And make sure you get enough calories, especially fats and protein. You would be re-organizing your body composition rather than burning off all your fat.