Valentine's Day is usually a card and candy holiday--throw in a candlelit dinner out on the town and you're bound to over-indulge in calories. While a romantic night is a great way to celebrate Valentine's Day, there are other ways to be romantic with your significant other. And, if you're solo, don't pout on the couch alone with a spoon and a container of ice cream. Whether you're a single Sally, single Steve, or sharing the day with someone special; try these activities to burn calories.
Sign Up for a Valentine's Day Race
Whether you're a seasoned runner looking to PR or a leisure runner looking for some fun; attached or unattached, get your heart pumping and celebrate Valentine's Day at a race. Usually themed runs are fun, laid back; offer tons of entertainment and food. Why not make this Valentine's Day healthy and fun? Sign up for a
Valentine's Day event online.
Calories burned: 30 minutes of running burns about 288 calories, based on a 150-pound person.
Take a Fitness Class
Break a sweat together as you lift weights and boost cardio. You and your partner can motivate each other to workout. This is a great way to push yourself to new heights. If you're single, sign up a singles fitness class. Meet your mate while doing something you like to do. Find a
fitness class here.
Calories burned: 60 minutes of intense aerobic activity burns about 477 calories, based on a 150-pound person.
Go Rock Climbing
Indoors or outdoors, rock climbing builds trust and confidence with your partner. Plus, rock climbing is a great way to build muscle. Challenge yourself, try something new and adventurous. Look for a
rock climbing adventure.
Calories burned: 60 minutes of rock climbing burn about 747 calories, based on a 150-pound person.
Relax at a Massage
After a day of activities, why not relax and pamper yourself with a nice massage? Not only is a massage a nice treat, but it's therapeutic and allows your body to release toxins and function better. Studies show during a massage, large amounts of endorphins are released into the bloodstream. Pain and stress is reduced, while pleasant memories, sexual activity, happy emotions are increased. You can check out
spafinder.com to see what Valentine's Day packages are offered in your area.
Calories burned: 60 minutes of rest burns about 63 calories, based on a 150-pound person.
Take a Camping Trip
Get out of town and head for the woods. There's nothing more romantic than sleeping under the stars with your partner. Or, grab your friends for a fun and adventurous trip. Explore all the hiking trails during the day, and at night cook some delicious campfire foods while star gazing. Find a campground on
reserveramerica.com
Calories burned: 60 minutes of hiking burns 405 calories, based on a 150-pound person.
Try a Cooking Class
Spice up your kitchen skills and impress others with new recipes that you learn from a cooking class. It's a great way to interact with your partner, or meet new people who are interested in cooking. You can learn new cooking techniques, tasty recipes, how to pair wines, and more. Check out a
cooking class near you.
Calories burned: 60 minutes of cooking burns 180 calories, based on a 150-pound person.
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