Every single thing that you do burns calories-breathing, sleeping, standing, and all of the activities and other active pursuits you enjoy. But what does it take to burn 100 calories? You might be surprised by how little-or how much- activity you have to do to achieve that goal of the daily calories you want to be burning! To put it all in perspective read through these 50 ways to burn 100 calories. From standard exercises at the gym, to everyday chores around the house, you just might be surprised. Keep in mind that not all movements are created equal. To classify as a cardio exercise you must be working between your target heart rate and maximum heart rate. Even though periods of less intense activity don't classify as part of your "workout", they still provide health benefits and burn extra calories. And all are much better than just sitting around!!
(Values are approximate and are based on a 150 pound person.)
Workouts:
Biking: 23 minutes of casual biking
Cardio dance class: 15 minutes
Elliptical: 8 minutes
Jumping rope: 9 minutes at a moderate intensity
Lifting weights, vigorously: 15 minutes
Pilates: 24 minutes
Rowing machine: 13 minutes
Running stairs: 6 minutes
Running: 9 minutes of running at a 6 mph pace
Swimming: 15 minutes of moderate intensity
Walking stairs: 11 minutes
Walking: 20 minutes of walking at a 3 mph pace
Water aerobics: 23 minutes
Yoga: 20 minutes
Zumba: 11 minutes
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