How many calories does housework burn? In some cases, as many as jogging!
Does housework count as exercise? You bet it does!
Do household chores keep you fit and healthy?
Housework is a great way to get some exercise — equivalent to a moderate-intensity aerobic workout.
Cleaning, sweeping, vacuuming, and other household chores can help you stay fit and healthy.
In fact, a 2006 study conducted by researchers at the University of Scranton found that your housework workout has a big effect on burning calories.
Take a look at the chart below, and you’ll see that various types of housework can and do burn off those excess calories:
Just how many calories does housework burn? Quite a few!
The next time you’re bored or want to get in some exercise, break out the mop or vacuum and start cleaning! You will be burning off those pesky calories in no time.
And who knows, maybe you will even get some of your housework done at the same time! 🙂
Is housework considered exercise?
Yes, housework is a great way to get some exercise!
Cleaning, sweeping, vacuuming, and other household chores can help you stay fit and healthy.
In fact, doing housework is equivalent to a moderate-intensity aerobic workout.
So next time you’re feeling guilty about skipping the gym, try whipping up a batch of cookies or cleaning the bathroom instead!
You’ll get the same health benefits, and your house will be clean too. Win-win! 🙂
Extra: 5 tips for staying active while housekeeping
- Make a playlist of your favorite upbeat songs to keep you moving.
- Try cleaning in quick bursts: five minutes here, ten minutes there. It’s easier to fit into your schedule and you won’t get too tired.
- Take breaks often to stretch and move around.
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that will allow you to move easily.
- Use a timer to keep track of how long you’re cleaning for, so you don’t spend too much time on any one task.
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Originally published at https://www.psychnewsdaily.com on March 3, 2022.
