Research
Energy balance
Interventions to increase nonexercise activity may enhance daily energy expenditure.
Implementing strategies to promote nonexercise activity can help increase energy expenditure.
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Interventions to increase nonexercise activity within the workplace and school hold promise in increasing daily energy expenditure.
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The claim is based on expert opinion and potential interventions.
Source
Spontaneous physical activity: relationship between fidgeting and body weight control
Darcy L. Johannsen et al. · Current Opinion in Endocrinology Diabetes and Obesity · 2008
DOI 10.1097/med.0b013e32830b10bb
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