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The United States National Center for Health Statistics released a report in 2008 indicating that almost 73% of Americans are overweight, obese, or extremely obese. Even more disturbing are results showing that the percentage of overweight or obese Americans 20 years and older rose from 23% to 34% between 1980 and 2006.
The NCHS has announced a new objective to reduce U.S. obesity to 15% by 2010. Engaging in sports and incorporating physical activity into your lifestyle can help diminish the prevalence of obesity and help the NCHS reach its goal.
The following list includes FUN indoor and outdoor activities to AVOID WEIGHT GAIN without having to go to the gym, according to the weather.
Cold Weather Activities Calories Burned Per Hour*
Snow shoeing563
Ice skating 493
Cross-country skiing 563
Downhill skiing 422
Shoveling snow 422
Warm Weather Activities
Kayaking 352
Swimming 422
Gardening 352
Tennis 493
Anytime Activities
Take the stairs instead of the elevator 563
Adventure vacation varies
Rock climbing 700
Yoga 298
Set up an exercise program on the Wii Fit varies
* Calories burned per hour for moderate activity of persons that weigh 155 lbs.
By Elizabeth Olson, Courtesy of Fact Monster
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