6 effortless ways to burn 500 extra calories right now

We all have our routines, and for some, that doesn’t include an hour or two on the treadmill each day. And that’s OK. A few simple switches and extra steps can help you shed unwanted weight at home, at the office, in the gym and even while you're running errands.

The old rule of thumb: to lose one pound of fat, you must burn about 3,500 calories. That’s 500 calories each day over the course of a week. Keep in mind, based on weight and the rate of a person’s metabolism, our bodies burn calories at varying rates. Your healthcare provider can help determine the right amount of exercise for you.

Get your body moving, your heart rate up and the number on the scale down with these smart activities.