Think your schedule is too booked to fit a workout in? Think again! Here’s a helpful guide in how to burn calories doing housework that will not only get your heart rate going but also leave your house clean and organized…it’s a win-win!
1. Washing Dishes
Burn 50 calories* for every 30 minutes of washing dishes.
2. Vacuuming
Burn 100 calories* for every 30 minutes of vacuuming.
3. Folding Laundry
Burn 80 calories* for every 30 minutes of folding laundry.
4. Dusting
Burn 180 calories* for every hour of dusting.
5. Mopping or Sweeping
Burn 150 calories* for every hour of mopping or sweeping.
6. Decluttering
Burn 85 calories* for every hour of decluttering.
7. Cleaning the Windows
Burn 160 calories* for every 45 minutes of cleaning the windows.
8. Grocery Shopping
Burn 350 calories* for every hour of grocery shopping.
9. Cooking
Burn 120 calories* for every hour of cooking.
8. Shoveling Snow
Burn 300 calories* for every 45 minutes of shoveling snow.
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*Calories burned is based on 170-pound adult and can vary per person. Stats provided by the Calorie Control Council.
