Weight Loss Exercise and Calories Burned

I speak with many dieters each and every week, and to me it seems that a large majority of these people want to lose weight with little or no exercise. They often ask me about specific foods or dieting as though eating certain foods or a specific diet will magically transform them from being overweight into a superslim, fit individual.

What I often say to people is just a little bit of exercise every other day can really help burn calories. I mean what's half an hour each day to do light activity like walk to the shops or take the dog for a walk. Take a look at these stats:

Half-hour bike riding burns approximately 300 calories - That is equal to a small hamburger

Half-hour Dusting/ housework can burn up to 200 calories - That is equal to some large chocolate bars.

Half-hour walking the dog can burn up to 250 calories - That is equal to 2 small bags of potato chips (crisps UK)

Half-hour painting can burn up to 157 calories - That is equal to 2 small slices of cheese and tomato pizza.

It just shows any type of activity even for a few minutes is well worth attempting each day. Not only will any activity keep you burning calories but also can help take your mind off the thought of snacking!

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