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Getting Fit Outdoors
By Matt Lindler
Gaming, texting and TV have pretty much taken over the lives of modern teens. As a result, fewer teens are making it outside to play, enjoy nature and, more importantly, to exercise. Many outdoor activities are not only fun but also help keep you fit.
Check out calories burned for each outdoor activity, many featured at nearly 800 JAKES and Xtreme JAKES events held across the country. To find an event near you, visit: www.nwtf.org/jakes.
Outdoor Activities/1 Hour of Participation |
Calories Burned |
Canoeing (2 mph) |
255 |
Hunting |
285 |
Kayaking |
285 |
Hiking |
338 |
Backpacking |
398 |
Rock Climbing |
622 |
Archery |
195 |
Bicycling - Mountain Biking |
480 |
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Chores |
Calories Burned |
Ironing |
128 |
Raking lawn |
225 |
Mowing - push |
248 |
Mopping |
255 |
Gardening |
308 |
This is an estimate of the calories a person weighing 125 pounds will burn. Generally, to maintain your weight, the amount of calories you take in should equal the amount you burn. To lose one U.S. pound, you must burn 3,500 more calories than you take in as food. -- www.healthstatus.com
