The Surprising Workout Moves You're Already Doing

Have you drummed your fingers on your desktop, bobbed your foot while sitting, or walked to your car today? If yes, pat yourself on the back because you just exercised. That's right: fidgeting is good for your health, according to a new study.

By Yelena Shuster

As the New York Times reports, daily activities like the ones mentioned above were found to increase or maintain a person's fitness level and potentially reduce risks of health problems.

An earlier study already made the connection between unplanned movements and weight loss: small things like running to catch a bus can burn an extra 300 calories daily.

Of course, formal exercise is still much better for your heart — and your waistline — but it's good to know that something as easy as taking the stairs instead of the elevator or parking farther away can still improve your health.

And luckily for the non-gym-lovers out there, we've got tips on how to shed pounds while sitting at your desk, or even while watching that Housewives marathon on TV. And then of course, there's our favorite way to burn calories: you-on-top sex positions!

How often do you take standing or walking breaks? What small things do you do that help keep you active during the day?