So what if you sit at a desk all day? There are hundreds of opportunities to burn calories from nine to five, and avoid job-related weight gain. According to Fitness magazine, there are some easy ways to stay fit and still keep your job. To see the list, read more.
| Activity | Calories Burned |
| Typing (120 minutes) | 230 |
| Heel raises while sitting at your desk (5 minutes) | 19 |
| Walk the stairs on your lunch break (15 minutes) | 128 |
| Touch up your makeup (5 minutes) | 10 |
| Clean your desk and drawers (15 minutes) | 40 |
| Stand while on the phone (30 minutes) | 58 |
| Desk stretches (15 minutes) | 59 |
| Go for a jog on your lunch break (20 minutes) | 158 |
| Bike to and from work (20 minutes) | 118 |
| Do some strength training with dumbbells (5 minutes) | 15 |
Want a few more ideas on how to stay active during your workday? Check out these tips for working it.
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Well I'm glad to see that typing burns so many calories, because I type a lot at work!
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