Does this count??

Hey everyone, I just have a question. Today at work I spent five hours walking around wiping down tables, and cleaning floors. (Since my hours changed, I do not have a specific job) My question is will this five hours of walking, bending and stooping count for exercise?? Melissa

Damn girl! Be careful you don't bust a gut!!! Sounds to me like that is for real exercise. I haven't been walking at all like I should. When I have, my back and knees don't hurt like they used to, but I am still out of breath, and that is something that I totally HATE!!! I know I need to do better with that. So how are you girl??? How's it feel to get back to work? I start Tuesday (YUCK). Big Hugs, Rosa

I'd say YES!! If it makes your tired, sleepy or sweat, its officially exercise. Take Care and dont work too hard Kay

Uh Yeah it counts! Maureen (I thought I was doing well cleaning my puny apartment!)

Melissa, I hate to put a damper on this, but here I go... Although all of this is strenuous and will help you burn calories (and that is a great thing!), my physical therapist/exercise therapist tells me that if it is part of your work and or your "normal" day, it isn't counted as exercise. Exercise is simply purposely moving your body for no other reason but to improve fitness. They tell me that your body adapts to the other activities that make up your day so exercising to be fit on top of all the work and play is the real deal. We all need to get out there and move to improve. It will help you loose faster and will improve your overall fitness. Keep on moving!, Amy