The Art of Manliness The Power of NEAT — Move a Little to Lose a Lot
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Apr 22, 2025 
James Levine, a professor at the Mayo Clinic and inventor of the treadmill desk, shares insights on the critical role of Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) in weight management. He reveals how our sedentary lifestyles contribute to obesity and health issues. Levine emphasizes that small movements throughout the day, like standing more, can significantly boost calorie burn and improve sleep and mood. He also offers practical tips to incorporate more movement into daily life, promoting a healthier and more active lifestyle.
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Three Ways Body Burns Calories
- Our bodies burn calories mainly through basal metabolism, thermic effect of food, and activity.
- Activity, especially non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), accounts for about 30% of calorie burn and varies widely among individuals.
Low-Speed Walking Boosts Calories
- Moving slowly, like walking at one mile per hour, doubles your energy expenditure.
- Just two hours of mooching around instead of sitting burns approximately 200 calories extra.
Sedentary Lifestyle Drives Obesity
- Over 200 years, people have become progressively more sedentary, leading to rising obesity.
- Calorie intake hasn't increased much, but sitting too much contributes to 27 chronic diseases.
