There are many habits that play an important role in our weight-loss journey and only a few have something to do with our exercising routine. You must have heard people telling you to stay active outside of the gym and focusing more on walking and moving around. This is precisely what NEAT activities consist of.
What are NEAT activities?
NEAT stands for Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis and it basically refers to the calories which are burnt when you are moving around, walking, and keeping yourself active while not technically exercising.
These activities can easily be included in your routine by making choices. For example, choose to walk over to the grocery shop, take stairs instead of the lift, try walking while talking instead of sitting in one place.
Benefits
Making sure to walk and staying active throughout the day can help you lose weight at a faster rate and you don’t have to follow a restrictive diet to make up for the activities you have not been able to do. It will improve your lifestyle and improve your overall health.
Ways to be more active
Most people struggle with staying active and do not realize they don’t necessarily have to go out of their way each time. Here is how you can be more active throughout the day:
- Take a walk after lunch.
- Take the stairs instead of the lift.
- Park your car further away from your regular spot so that you get to walk more.
- Track your steps using a pedometer which you can easily pair with your phone.
- Take your dog out for a walk yourself.
- Find ways to move around after every few hours.
Here are some ways to stay active. To know more about NEAT activities, consult with your trainer, and make a plan that will help you to stay active outside of the gym.