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By just vacuuming for 30 minutes, you'll burn up to 100 calories. Mopping the floors for a half hour will take off around 100 calories, while dusting wipes away an additional 85 calories. Cleaning out the gutters washes away 350 calories, and picking up your paintbrush peels away 250 calories. {relatedarticles}Of course, the benefits of cleaning house go beyond just the calories you're burning. You're also getting a total-body workout. Vacuuming tones the shoulders and biceps, as does mopping. Dusting works all of the same muscles plus the triceps. Of course, you'll also knock down your calorie count with other household chores including ironing, sweeping, folding clothes and doing the dishes. Always remember - when you're moving, you're losing. - << Prev
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