Energy utilization associated with regular activity breaks and continuous physical activity: A randomized crossover trial

Conclusions Short frequent activity, results in greater accumulation of elevated post-physical activity energy utilization compared to a single bout of continuous activity however the total energy utilization is similar. Combining activity breaks with a longer continuous bout of activity will further enhance energy utilization, and in the longer term, may positively effect weight management of a greater magnitude than either activity pattern performed alone. Trial registration ANZCTR12614000624684.
Source: Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases - Category: Nutrition Source Type: research