Wellness ProgramsEver wonder how long you would have to workout to burn off the calories contained in some tasty, but unhealthy treat? I know I have therefore the following chart noting various forms of physical activity and the number of minutes of activity required to burn 150 calories.
I don’t know about you, but I’m going to think twice before I eat the doughnut’s we just bought.
You may wonder why I picked 150 calories vs. 100 or some other number. Following is a long explanation as to the reason.
What is exercise?
Exercise is movement that results from contracting the muscles in your body. It includes walks in your neighborhood, gardening, riding bicycles with your children, jogging, climbing the stairs, washing the car, anything that involves movement. You can be physically active around the house. Try walking or jogging in place, or get your heart rate up by vacuuming the carpet or cleaning windows.
How much exercise is enough?
To maintain your body weight, you’ll need at least 60 minutes of exercise at a moderate level each day. This can be done at one time or in short sessions throughout your day. Make it a part of your daily plan.
To reduce your body weight, 90 minutes or more of exercise at a moderate level of intensity is needed each day. Again, this can be done at one time or in shorter sessions, such as 10-20 minute sessions throughout the day.
Remember to start slowly and work your way to the recommended levels. If you have questions or concerns about your health condition and whether or not it’s safe for you to be physically active, ask your doctor or health care provider. Always be safe and listen to your body.
What is moderate exercise?
Moderate-intensity exercise refers to a level of effort in which a person should experience some increased breathing or heart rate. These levels are equal to the effort an individual might burn while walking briskly, mowing the lawn, dancing, swimming for recreation, or bicycling on a flat surface. A moderate amount of exercise will use approximately 150 calories of energy per day, or 1,000 calories per week.
