Luckily, there’s a ton of info on how to get the results you want withoutthe dreaded treadmill.
It will all vary depending on your size (height and weight) and age.
Thankfully, exercise bikes are pretty affordable, too!
That’s a lot of calories gone, all in one sitting.
You’ll be surprised how much of a sweat you’ve got the option to work up!
No one in a car wants to hit a cyclist, but we can be hard to see.
Visible and reflective clothing can help a lot too, as well as a good headlight."
Three hours of hiking equals more than 1,000 calories burned!
The important part is to get your heart rate up and your muscles working.
Did you know swimming laps burns up to 510 calories per hour (perHealth.gov)?
Like hiking, time flies when you’re playing mermaids in the pool.
If you’re intrigued but don’t know how to swim, don’t sweat it!
Yard work
Heavy yard work can be a great substitute for running.
According toHealth.gov, vigorous yard work can actually burn upward of 440 calories per hour.
Even two hours of nonstop yard work will get you up to almost 900 calories burned.
Bonus points if you’re getting paid to do it!
Just be sure to take breaks and keep good posture.
“Even just a few minutes of jumping rope can get your lungs burning and heart racing.”
It’s also a great way to train your fighting spirit, muscles, and overall balance.
Bonus: she said you don’t even need to wear shoes!
Kickboxing is also your next best option for free therapy, since you get to actually punch something.
“Punching helps to relieve muscle tension that can collect when you experience stress,” Morgan said.
Sounds like the perfect thing to do right after work!
Rowing
There’s a reason why rowers tend to look so toned.
In addition to building muscle faster, you’ll also drop extra pounds quickly.
According toRevel Sports, an intense rowing workout can burn 800 to 1,100 calories per hour!
There are even a few budget-friendly options for your home gym available online.
When it comes to rowing, keep in mind that less is more.
“You set yourself up for low back pain and potential injury.”
That said, stop short of muscle fatigue if you want to avoid the ice packs and Advil.
You’ve heard of hot yoga, but have you tried vinyasa?
“You are dancing with your breath and movement,” Latisha Burgos added.
Kaya Health Clubsestimated that this practice can burn somewhere between 500 to 700 calories per hour.
Vinyasa has also been proven to decrease stress levels.
Simply put, lower levels can mean less stress.
Participants also reported more positive interactions with others and better self-acceptance after these sessions.
They were probably doing high-intensity interval training (HIIT), a super-intense, short workout.
This means anyone can do this without needing a gym membership.
Tabata, a popular version of HIIT, is worth mentioning.
“On average, a person will burn 400 to 600 calories in 30 minutes.”
But it gets even better!
Instead of jumping on the treadmill after your set, get ready for some vigorous weightlifting.
Skating
Ready to bust out your old roller skates?
Now’s the time!
Thanks to TikTok influencers likeAna Coto, this ’80s favorite is having another big moment.
I was looking for something easier on my joints and started roller skating as an alternative to running."
Even better, it’s possible for you to vary the intensity of your workout and see greater results.
Stair climber or elliptical
Like the treadmill, the StairMaster is either hated or loved.
Dancing
We’ve saved the best for last!
One of the most fun ways to burn calories and tone your whole body is to dance.
According toMetro, your favorite annual three-day rave burns over 9,000 calories in total!
“Dance is a total body workout.
You are not sitting on a bike and cycling or running or weight training.
The idea is the body is long and lean and never at rest, just really burning calories.
It’s fluid, liquid-like movement, and it’s continuous.”
