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Can i log dancing as exercise??

Charlottekd
Charlottekd Posts: 94
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Charlottekd burned 537 calories doing 90 minutes of "Dancing, general"
4 minutes ago · Comment


I wanted to see how many calories were burned by dancing, as i was out last night. Me and my friends really get into dancing when we've had a few drinks, mostly joking around pulling out all the 'saucy' moves lol. I erred on the side of caution and put 90 minutes although altogether it was probably nearer 3 hours lol!! Definately worked up a sweat!
So basically......can i log this and use it??

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  • NaturalCon
    NaturalCon Posts: 13 Member
    I say go for it :)
    It's definitely exercise, and you wouldn't normally do it day to day.
  • lindak71
    lindak71 Posts: 92 Member
    I log anything I don't do on a normal day, like rake the lawn or mow the grass...Sweeping and housecleaning is part of my basic activity level, so I don't log that like some people do. Dancing is an awesome form of exercise! That's why Zumba is so hot right now! Have fun!
  • Charlottekd
    Charlottekd Posts: 94
    Thanks.
    I just worried it was a bit like cheating because it shows that i burned so many calories, but i dont feel like i was 'working out' Lol.
  • KarenLouise1981
    KarenLouise1981 Posts: 144
    When I do dance class once a week I wear my HRM and log it but not when I go pubbing. I think its kinda pointless as I'm surely counteracting the dancing with the alcohol/soft drinks! Just relax and enjoy your night instead of counting calories.
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