Burn Calories The NEAT Way

Burn Calories the NEAT Way

Burn calories and lose weight when you’re not at the gym. Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) helps burn calories through daily activities performed in intervals or continuously during the day. “Be active naturally” — Dr James Levine’s wisdom on NEAT is an eye-opener for people who are either reluctant or unsure of making major lifestyle interventions.

How Does NEAT Work?

The exact mechanism underlying NEAT is still under investigation. However, the final outcome and impact on weight management and wellness is sufficiently established. An interesting observation confirmed by clinical studies is that NEAT levels differ from one day to the next within an individual, and between individuals too. Bottom line: you are better off spending energy throughout the day (in little or big blocks) instead of a sedentary lifestyle.

Advantages of NEAT

• Economical — it’s free

• Reduced mental fatigue

• Improved energy levels for post-work and family activities

• Reduces risk for obesity and lifestyle syndromes

• Great maintenance for fitness enthusiasts in between formal exercise programmes

• Medical conditions like a poor back need not be a road-blocker to your fitness resolutions

NEAT Ways to Stay Fit

Mow, garden, clean, dust, teach, lift (weights or children), cook, dance (in the shower), shop, scoot up the staircase, organise cupboards and drawers, watch TV while on a Swiss ball… the list is endless. Improved fitness enhances one’s happiness quotient. What are we waiting for? Let’s get moving!