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Alternative Ways to Avoid Obesity

Fun activities for a healthy lifestyle

by Elizabeth Olson

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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 ActivitiesCalories Burned per hour*
Snow shoeing563
Ice skating493
Cross-country skiing563
Downhill skiing422
Shoveling snow422
Warm Weather Activities
Kayaking352
Swimming422
Gardening352
Tennis493
Anytime Activities
Take the stairs instead of the elevator563
Adventure vacation varies
Rock climbing700
Yoga298
Set up an exercise program on the Wii Fitvaries

* Calories burned per hour for moderate activity of persons that weigh 155 lbs.

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