INCREASE NEAT WHEN YOU TAKE A SEAT: THE INFLUENCE OF NON-EXERCISE ACTIVITY THERMOGENESIS ON SEDENTARY ACTIVITY AND HEALTH

Authors

Krista M. Kezbers, TSET Health Promotion Research Center, Stephenson Cancer Center, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Oklahoma City, OK
Zachary C. Pope, TSET Health Promotion Research Center, Stephenson Cancer Center, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Oklahoma City, OK and Department of Health Promotion Sciences, Hudson College of Public Health, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Oklahoma City, OK, United
Michael S. Businelle, TSET Health Promotion Research Center, Stephenson Cancer Center, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Oklahoma City, OK and Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Oklahoma City, OK

Abstract

Sedentary behavior has increased over the last decade and is now recognized as a predictor of poorer health. Increased risks of cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer, and all-cause mortality are associated with high sedentary behavior. Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) is a component of total daily energy expenditure and is often seen as the most modifiable energy expenditure category. Current research is exploring NEAT in the context of sedentary behavior reduction interventions that aim to increase non-workout-related physical activity throughout the day, to decrease risks and improve health. In this session, we will explore how sedentary behaviors have become highly prevalent in everyday life as well as discuss the current research surrounding NEAT and overall health. We will explore the various equipment and modalities available to increase NEAT and reduce sedentary behaviors, with some of the smaller options (i.e. an under desk elliptical) available for hands-on use. The session will conclude with a discussion of practical applications within various daily settings (e.g., work, school) and provide takeaways to assist in making small, incremental changes to improve health.

Recommended Citation

Kezbers, Krista M.; Pope, Zachary C.; and Businelle, Michael S. (2025) "INCREASE NEAT WHEN YOU TAKE A SEAT: THE INFLUENCE OF NON-EXERCISE ACTIVITY THERMOGENESIS ON SEDENTARY ACTIVITY AND HEALTH," International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings: Vol. 11: Iss. 12, Article 109.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/ijesab/vol11/iss12/109