07/31/2026
Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) includes all calories burned from activities like fidgeting, standing, walking to the kitchen, or cleaning.
NEAT can account for a significant portion of your daily energy expenditure, sometimes hundreds of calories more than a sedentary person.
Boosting your NEAT by simply moving more throughout the day is a powerful, low-effort way to support fat loss without formal exercise.
How do you sneak more movement into your daily routine?