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Energy balance

EPOC contributed modestly to energy expenditure compared to the exercise itself.

While EPOC is a factor in energy expenditure, the primary energy burn comes from the exercise itself.

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EPOC contributed modestly to EE compared to the exercise itself.
J. LeCheminant et al. · International Journal of Sports Medicine · 2007

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Based on study design from abstract.

Source

Effects of Long-Term Aerobic Exercise on EPOC

J. LeCheminant et al. · International Journal of Sports Medicine · 2007

DOI 10.1055/s-2007-965111

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