Most people think of traditional exercises when it comes to getting their workout on. However, physical activity is more than just walking on the treadmill every day. You can actually get moving and burning calories without even stepping out of your everyday routine. {relatedarticles}We're talking about cleaning house... literally. While it won't replace your regular exercise regimen, it makes for a great addendum, especially when you don't know if you'll able to fit in your workout on a busy day. And when we talk about cleaning house, we don't mean emptying the refrigerator... with your mouth. We're talking about getting down and dirty and working your butt off. Need a little more motivation? See how these simple chores stack up in the calorie-burning department.
By just vacuuming for 30 minutes, you'll burn up to 100 calories. Mopping the floors for a half hour will take off around 100 calories, while dusting wipes away an additional 85 calories. Cleaning out the gutters washes away 350 calories, and picking up your paintbrush peels away 250 calories. {relatedarticles}Of course, the benefits of cleaning house go beyond just the calories you're burning. You're also getting a total-body workout. Vacuuming tones the shoulders and biceps, as does mopping. Dusting works all of the same muscles plus the triceps. Of course, you'll also knock down your calorie count with other household chores including ironing, sweeping, folding clothes and doing the dishes. Always remember - when you're moving, you're losing.