Walking has to be the easiest way to get regular exercise. So why don’t people do more of it and how many calories can you burn off just by walking?

Walking is a very under-estimated exercise. Just walking for half an hour every day can make the difference between a healthy body and serious health problems. Walking can also help keep calories in check. That small piece of chocolate, the can of fizzy drink at lunchtime and the sweet coffee you love so much can all add secret calories you won’t even notice. For example, just one row of milk chocolate (25g) can contain 132 calories.

Ok, let's admit it up front, treadmills can be boring. Also, losing weight can be a chore too. But the treadmill is one of the best ways of exercising indoors and it really doesn't have to be boring if you put a little imagination into the routine. Here's a way to lose weight AND stay motivated.

Eating is a great way to determine and boost your metabolism. Things that you eat or do not eat have a certain way of effecting how much your metabolism is going to burn calories as well as shed the weight!