30 fun ways to burn calories through the day

Going to the gym and following a proper diet on a routine basis can be boring. The moment you start feeling an obligation to do something, you don’t want to do it anymore. Doing the same exercises, repeatedly at the same time everyday can seem like a punishment and you give up on it after sometime. People with fitness goals seem to be determined at the beginning but, after some days they give an excuse of tiredness, fatigue or distractions. Here are a few alternative methods to make your workout interesting and enjoyable.

Hula-hooping can burn up to 600 calories an hour. Although it is a difficult physical activity and requires a lot of effort in the beginning, as you get used to it you start enjoying it like a child. It drastically helps to lose weight.

Buy a frisbee for yourself and burn nearly 100 calories in a 30-minute game. Throwing, catching and running during this game helps a lot in losing those extra kilos.

It is one of those games that can be played anywhere and is addictive as well. It can be played without a net. Badminton requires a lot of energy, competition and running around that builds up your stamina and helps in weight reduction as well.

Both boxing and kickboxing are great ways to lose weight and fun sports as well. They also sharpen your self-defense skills.

Twerking involves a lot of twisting and jerking movements of the hips that makes the lower body flexible. This workout is very helpful in toning your hips and thigh muscles.

Instead of engaging in strenuous exercises play your favorite dance number and enjoy it with your kids or friends.

Instead of choosing a lift or an escalator, take the stairs to reach your desired destination. Climbing stairs helps in burning calories while performing your mundane chores.

If you have to hold many meetings in your workplace then at times you can hold it in a nearby park or some open space in the office to discuss business. Walking meeting is better than sitting in enclosed rooms and holding discussions.

Skating helps in strengthening the muscles and good for your heart as well, it is cost-effective and you can possibly burn up to more than 500 calories in an hour.

Swimming is one of the best cardiovascular exercises. Even if you can’t swim, you can play some water volleyball or a game of catch in the swimming pool to make your weight loss journey enjoyable.

This fun exercise is done on a regular basis by people in Europe and Japan. Although this workout sounds absurd, 100 steps backwards is the same as 1000 steps forward, so you burn more calories with this workout.

It’s definitely a fun workout to shed off those extra kilos. Decide the distance to be covered within the given time, now start brisk walking with your friends and see who wins.

Wear your sneakers and explore your own city like a tourist. It helps in burning calories and is also a great way to search new sites in your own city.

Invite friends at your place for a cleaning party. Now play some music and set the timer, allot jobs like scrubbing, sweeping, dusting etc. to all present and aim to complete the given job on time. Later on we had a salad party.

Add some extra activity to your day by gardening. Once you start enjoying it you can not only decorate your garden but also get organic fruits and vegetables to eat.

Playing with your pet makes you active and agile. Take your pets on walks regularly to boost your daily calorie burn.

If your office is located within a reasonable distance then walk to work or peddle on your bike to lose weight.

Try to do the strenuous tasks such as laundry, cleaning the washroom, painting etc. on your own. It will not only save money but also reduce weight.

Yoga improves flexibility, tones the muscles and reduces stress. 15 to 30 minutes of yoga on a regular basis can be of great help in keeping your body fit.

Park your car far from your destination. You will have to walk extra steps in this case which can burn extra calories.

Substitute water with your regular juices and beverages containing high calories and sugar. Water also helps in detoxifying your body.

Instead of consuming fruit juices eat fruits as they contain a lot of fiber and are good for health.

Getting out of your house and going out for hiking is a wonderful way to tone your leg muscles and see your city’s amazing sites.

Team sports can amp up your willpower and enthusiasm to indulge in your favorite sports.

Instead of sitting indoors and binging on your favorite shows, step outside on weekends and perform activities such as bowling, dancing etc.

Shopping can increase your step count thus reducing your weight in a fun way.

Jumping on a trampoline is a great way to relax, enjoy and do some moderate strenuous exercise at the same time.

Look for online tutorials to learn how to jump rope. It is a great aerobic exercise.


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Organize small race competitions with your kids or other members of the family. Such as two-legged races, sack races, lemon and spoon races and many more.

Biking is a thrilling exercise. If you can’t bike, don’t worry, start off slow on a nearby path and as your confidence grows you can race on the roads.