10 Surprising Activities That Your Body Counts As Exercise

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Gardening Digging, weeding, and planting can provide a full-body workout. Gardening involves lifting, bending, and squatting.

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House Cleaning Activities like vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping can get your heart rate up and work various muscle groups.

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Playing with Pets Fetching a ball, tug-of-war, or even just running around with your dog can be great for cardiovascular health.

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Shopping Walking through a mall or grocery store, especially when carrying bags, can be a good workout. It involves walking.

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Dancing Whether you’re hitting the dance floor at a party or just dancing around your living room, dancing is a fun way.

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Playing Video Games Certain video games, especially those that require physical movement like dance or fitness games.

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Climbing Stairs Taking the stairs instead of the elevator is a simple way to get a great leg workout. It strengthens your quads.

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DIY Projects Activities like painting, assembling furniture, or home improvement tasks involve lifting, reaching.

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