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Last but by no means least, this form of exercise is, in fact, the most important. Put simply, it’s about trying to introduce a little bit more calorie-burning movement into every single thing you do throughout the day, from brushing your teeth or getting dressed, to talking on the phone, doing housework or even kissing. There are lots of examples and tips in this book, or alternatively you can make up your own. Here are just a few for starters:

 Try hopping, skipping or rollerblading to the shops instead of driving.

 Run up the stairs at work, rather than taking the lift.

 Wash the car with a bucket and sponge instead of cruising through a car wash.

 Do a quick cartwheel whenever you take the rubbish out.

 Play football with the kids instead of just watching them out the window – and make sure you win!

 Get up to change the channel on the TV set instead of using the remote control. Ask someone to hide the remote if you lack the discipline.

By turning up the effort intensity in your day-to-day activities you will end up burning way more calorie fuel than you do at the half-hour exercise class you fit in after work (although they are great as well). And it is regular, day-to-day activity that affects your RMR most in the long term.