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Calories Burned Boosting Non-Exercise Activity (NEAT)

Updated Oct 06, 2025

184
cal/hour
light walking (3.2 km/h)
Light Walking (3.2 km/h)MET: 2.5 | 92 cal/30 min | 184 cal/hour | Intensity: Low | Muscles Targeted: Quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves.
Standing (e.g., at a standing desk)MET: 1.5 | 55 cal/30 min | 110 cal/hour | Intensity: Very Low | Muscles Targeted: Core, glutes, quads, calves (stabilizers).
Fidgeting (restless movements)MET: 1.8 | 66 cal/30 min | 132 cal/hour | Intensity: Very Low | Muscles Targeted: Small muscle groups throughout the body.
Light Housework (e.g., dusting, washing dishes)MET: 2.8 | 103 cal/30 min | 206 cal/hour | Intensity: Low | Muscles Targeted: Arms, shoulders, back, core, legs (variable).
Taking Stairs (light effort)MET: 4.0 | 147 cal/30 min | 294 cal/hour | Intensity: Moderate | Muscles Targeted: Glutes, quads, hamstrings, calves, core.

Is Boosting Non-Exercise Activity (NEAT) Effective for Weight Loss?

Boosting Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) is highly effective for increasing overall daily energy expenditure, contributing significantly to weight management and improved metabolic health without requiring structured exercise. While individual NEAT activities burn fewer calories than intense workouts, their cumulative effect over hours and days can be substantial. Integrating more movement into daily routines makes NEAT a sustainable and accessible strategy for long-term health.

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Look for effortless ways to move more, like taking the stairs, parking further away, or standing during phone calls. Your AI Weight Coach can help you track these small changes and integrate consistent NEAT-boosting habits into your lifestyle for progressive results.

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