July 15, 2011 - Summertime!

Hot, Hot, Hot!

The Boise River opens for floating today! Enjoy a leisurely trip down the river and then choose some other fun activities to burn some calories and have a fit summer!

• Canoeing (light effort) - 200 calories burned per hour*
• Gardening - 280 calories burned per hour*
• Hiking with a light backpack - 460 calories burned per hour*
• Mowing the Lawn - 370 calories burned per hour*
• Paddleboat - 270 calories burned per hour*
• Reading a book while lying in a hammock - 70 calories burned per hour*
• Swimming (leisurely) - 400 calories burned per hour*
• Washing a Dog - 200 calories burned per hour*

Make it a healthy day by being prepared for the heat and sun. Wear sunscreen and reapply every two hours - more often if you're sweating a lot or playing in water. Also, keep yourself hydrated. Keep water with you and sip it continually throughout the day.

 

* Calories based on a 150-pound person. Calories actually burned will vary based on exertion.