{"id":48815,"date":"2023-01-24T11:28:53","date_gmt":"2023-01-24T11:28:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=48815"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"neat-exercise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/","title":{"rendered":"Neat Exercise: Burn More Calories Without Straining Yourself At The Gym"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#What_Is_The_NEAT_Exercise\" >What Is The NEAT Exercise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#What_Is_The_Positive_Impact_Of_Neat_On_Your_Body\" >What Is The Positive Impact Of Neat On Your Body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#How_To_Increase_Neat_Exercise\" >How To Increase Neat Exercise?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Change_Your_Commute_Mode\" >Change Your Commute Mode<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Take_The_Stairs\" >Take The Stairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Clean_Your_House\" >Clean Your House<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Stand_Instead_Of_Sitting\" >Stand Instead Of Sitting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Create_Wellness_Challenges\" >Create Wellness Challenges<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#How_Many_Calories_Could_NEAT_Burn\" >How Many Calories Could NEAT Burn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#How_Can_You_Use_Exercise_And_NEAT_Together\" >How Can You Use Exercise And NEAT Together?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#How_To_Maximize_The_Power_Of_NEAT\" >How To Maximize The Power Of NEAT?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Be_Clean_And_Tidy\" >Be Clean And Tidy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Become_An_Active_Relaxer\" >Become An Active Relaxer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#Sustain_Good_Lipoprotein_Lipase_LPL_Levels\" >Sustain Good Lipoprotein Lipase (LPL) Levels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/neat-exercise\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human lifestyle has taken a 360-degree flip over the past few decades. The metabolic disorders we are facing today never existed before. Our ancestors even consumed all the rice and mangoes they craved but remained fit and healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ever wonder why?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of a healthy diet and physical activity are the two main factors responsible for growing obesity, high cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Rapid urbanization and easy food options gradually pull people towards a sedentary lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fact that you are here shows your will to turn over a new leaf. The good news is, there is a simple solution to fix this lifestyle and feel healthier. Allow us to introduce the NEAT <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/back-exercises-no-equipment\/\">exercise<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) is the key to burning more calories without thinking about them. You don\u2019t even need to hit the gym to shed those extra pounds!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curious to know how? Stick with us to find out!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_NEAT_Exercise\"><\/span><b>What Is The NEAT Exercise?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-exercise activity thermogenesis is a fancy way of describing all your movements outside the exercise. If a movement burns calories, it is counted as NEAT exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacing during the conference call, walking the dog, and cleaning the house are some examples of NEAT exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The energy expended for anything we do but doesn\u2019t include exercise, sleeping, or eating could come under the NEAT umbrella. Over the past few years, researchers have been interested in how we can utilize the remaining 110 to 115 hours of the week for weight loss instead of the few hours we work out trying to lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even trivial physical activities like moving about or fidgeting may aid in weight loss as it is the cumulative impact of many exothermic actions that culminate in an individual&#8217;s daily NEAT (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12468415\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in 2016 followed more than 12,000 British women for 12 years. It concluded that fidgeting may reduce the fatal risk associated with a sedentary lifestyle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/article\/us-health-fidgeting-idINKCN0S32LP20151009\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, your daily activities can help you lose weight and keep you in shape if you can\u2019t join a gym for some reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47369 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207639-1024x576.png\" alt=\"neat exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207639.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207639-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207639.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207639-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207639.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Positive_Impact_Of_Neat_On_Your_Body\"><\/span><b>What Is The Positive Impact Of Neat On Your Body?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NEAT exercise doesn\u2019t include a structured workout pattern, but it envelops the exercises already included in your routine. Not to forget how structured exercise may cause stress when people can\u2019t meet their <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/should-i-workout-on-an-empty-stomach\/\">goals<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, the expensive training suits and accessories, hiring a trainer, and traveling to the venue consume plenty of your time and money. Meanwhile, NEAT exercise doesn\u2019t put you through these strains. In fact, you can get done with your chores while moving about.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And that is what we call a win-win scenario!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/upper-thigh-exercises\/\"><i>8 Upper Thigh Exercises That Will Reduce The Appearance Of Cellulite<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Increase_Neat_Exercise\"><\/span><b>How To Increase Neat Exercise?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sustainable exercise pattern like non-<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/thrusters-muscles-worked\/\">exercise<\/a> activity thermogenesis will bring positive outcomes when followed regularly. It requires your mindful involvement in physical activities and produces efficient results if you follow a routine with discipline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NEAT exercise may help increase your metabolism and burn extra calories. Moreover, there are fewer chances of metabolic syndrome, obesity, and cardiovascular issues when you consciously try to follow the NEAT routine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3045098\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research suggests that individuals who move throughout the day are likelier to maintain or reach their weight goals than those who stay sedentary through the day and rigorously move during exercise sessions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2996155\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Adopting NEAT behaviors can also increase daily caloric expenditure by as much as 350 calories each day, which is highly beneficial for obese individuals (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6058072\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, housekeeping, agriculture, and construction jobs often help follow a NEAT pattern. But, if your work demands you to stay glued to your screen for hours, you should look for creative ways to integrate NEAT throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some ways to increase your NEAT exercise:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Change_Your_Commute_Mode\"><\/span><b>Change Your Commute Mode<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can walk or take a bike to work instead of driving a car. This is an excellent way to start your day, as you can inhale the fresh air and make new friends along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_The_Stairs\"><\/span><b>Take The Stairs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than taking elevators at your office or building, you should climb the stairs. This will elevate your energy, improve balance, and build upper body strength. It also contributes to building muscles and lowering blood sugar levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clean_Your_House\"><\/span><b>Clean Your House<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning your house is another <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/triceps-exercises-no-equipment\/\">form of exercise<\/a>. Whether it\u2019s tidying your house, sweeping the floor, or wiping the windows and doors\u2013 every activity requires movement that increases your heart rate, like aerobic exercises. Mopping, sweeping, and dusting target the upper and lower body while burning the extra calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47370 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207636-1024x576.png\" alt=\"neat exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207636.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207636-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207636.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207636-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207636.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stand_Instead_Of_Sitting\"><\/span><b>Stand Instead Of Sitting<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjustable desks are gaining popularity in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swimming-for-seniors\/\">workplaces<\/a>. However, if these desks are unavailable, you can raise your work to the counter or podium to stand through the day. This benefits those who need to work or read from their laptop. Resting heart rate remains higher when standing than sitting, thus enhancing the caloric output.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the National Academy of Sports Medicine, a 145-pound person can burn around 102 calories per hour while sitting at work. In contrast, if this person stands while working, they could lose 174 calories. The extra 72 calories may seem insignificant, but they accumulate up to more than 18,000 calories per year (approximately 5 pounds) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/neat-non-exercise-activity-thermogenesis-2241984\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_Wellness_Challenges\"><\/span><b>Create Wellness Challenges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to your medical advisor about creating a wellness challenge. An example of a NEAT is to cover 10,000 steps each day for ten consecutive days. Reward yourself with a cheat meal or a day off when you reach the weight you were aiming for. Fitbit and Pedometer devices are quite helpful tools for tracking your steps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accumulated physical activity can significantly increase the number of calories you burn throughout the day. Hence, if you remain tied behind the desk all day, remember that there are many ways to remain fit without religiously following a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foot-intrinsic-exercises\/\">workout regimen<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are some NEAT exercise examples that are also helpful:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grocery shopping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking the dog<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completing the gardening work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playing with the kids<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It takes a conscious effort to integrate NEAT exercise into your routine. You have to find ways to move and use your body more. It will be a beneficial addition to your exercise routine, allowing you to lose some calories without taking away your time from your family and home. This is perfect for those who believe that time is their worst enemy!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Calories_Could_NEAT_Burn\"><\/span><b>How Many Calories Could NEAT Burn?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of calories that NEAT can burn varies from one person to another. A study reported that the number of calories NEAT burns varies by up to 2,000 kilocalories per day between two individuals of the same size (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279077\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several factors could contribute to this, including genetics and the environment. Not only this but your lifestyle and job can also impact how many calories you can lose through NEAT. Two individuals with the same BMI but with different work structures will lose different calorie amounts through NEAT.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get an idea of incorporating NEAT into <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/glute-isolation-exercises\/\">your routine<\/a>, look at your daily physical activities. How many steps do you walk each day? How long do you wait at the subway? Do you stand during work hours? How many ways do you move with nothing to do with the gym?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The percentage of overall calories burned during NEAT may vary between 15 to 30 percent depending on your lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/winter-exercise-ideas\/\"><i>10 Winter Exercise Ideas With Pros And Cons<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47356 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207804-1024x576.png\" alt=\"neat exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207804.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207804-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207804.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207804-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207804.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_You_Use_Exercise_And_NEAT_Together\"><\/span><b>How Can You Use Exercise And NEAT Together?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise and improved overall fitness are essential for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-walking-in-place-good-exercise\/\">health and wellness<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few known benefits of regular exercise include reduced risk of heart problems and diabetes, stronger muscles, reduced cholesterol levels, and positive mental health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yet many believe having two to three weekly workouts will help them lose the extra pounds. And soon, the same people become frustrated when this doesn\u2019t happen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although exercise is important for our overall life quality, it is crucial to understand how exercise impacts weight loss. If the lack of time doesn\u2019t allow you to exercise regularly, you can consider including NEAT exercise in your routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some workout goals are beyond the NEAT potential. For instance, if a person wants to lose 2,000 calories each week, they should include numerous high-intensity exercise sessions per week. It is unlikely that they could lose the target calories with NEAT exercise alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By combining regular workouts with NEAT, you may start noticing positive results in your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Maximize_The_Power_Of_NEAT\"><\/span><b>How To Maximize The Power Of NEAT?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of setting super-specific goals for yourself, try to make the most of the opportunities you get from daily physical activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As many of us work behind desks or study all day, the chances of following NEAT exercises have reduced.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the following measures to maximize the potential of the NEAT you manage to follow:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Clean_And_Tidy\"><\/span><b>Be Clean And Tidy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a more enthusiastic approach to everyday chores. Embrace every chance you get to clean. This will help you be more physically active and will be good for your mental health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47349 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207807-1024x576.png\" alt=\"neat exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207807.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207807-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207807.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207807-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207807.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Become_An_Active_Relaxer\"><\/span><b>Become An Active Relaxer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It would help if you were more mindful about how you relax. Consider including restorative yoga or regular walks in your routine. And if you are simply relaxing on the couch, use the activity monitor to track your physical performance throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sustain_Good_Lipoprotein_Lipase_LPL_Levels\"><\/span><b>Sustain Good Lipoprotein Lipase (LPL) Levels<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LPL is the primary enzyme when it comes to converting fat into energy. Your LPL levels will drop when you stay sedentary. But regular movement through the day may help stabilize your LPL. This supports your body in burning the extra fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activities that sound trivial can have a surprisingly remarkable impact on your metabolic rate. This, in turn, stimulates more significant energy expenditure over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indeed, losing weight isn\u2019t easy. For those who are at high risk of developing lifestyle diseases or have Type 2 diabetes, or can\u2019t exert intense effort during workouts, NEAT is a beneficial option. As for those who deal with obesity and type 2 diabetes simultaneously, NEAT may not be enough. This is where they need a professionally designed weight management plan that focuses on sleep, diet, stress, and pain management.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Neat_Exercise\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Human lifestyle has taken a 360-degree flip over the past few decades. The metabolic disorders we are facing today never existed before. Our ancestors even consumed all the rice and mangoes they craved but remained fit and healthy. Ever wonder why? 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