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Fight Extra Holiday Fluff with These 10 Simple & Healthy Activites

Written by A Previous Xybix Employee | Dec 21, 2015 7:00:00 PM

Now that we’re in the mid-swing of the holiday season a lot of us are dreading stepping on the scale. But there’s some good news; according to Doctor Deborah Balfanz the average American gains only one pound over the holidays. That averages out to about 100 calories per day over a month long period.

If you’re looking to skip the additional pound this year there are two options; skip the delicious holiday treats or burn off the excess. If you choose option one, more power to you. If you’d prefer to indulge there’s a very moderate amount of increased activity needed once you break down the numbers.

Here’s a quick list of activities that will burn about 100 calories. Remember adding only one of these per day can help counteract the holiday fluff. 

Activity

Duration

Standing

1 hour

Housework

43 minutes

Walking

35 minutes

Golfing

30 minutes

Yoga

22 minutes

Hiking

17 minutes

Jogging

14 minutes

Tennis

13 minutes

Road Biking

12 minutes

Mountain Biking

9 minutes


So, let's get moving people! Looking for some healthy meal ideas for after the holidays? Be sure to check out Quick Mason Jar Meal Ideas for 911 Dispatchers.