Have you heard of Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis?
Our bodies generate heat at all times. Even at rest, our bodies still generate heat. Our bodies are incredible machines and we're always learning something new about it. When people talk about losing weight, most people refer to calories and to reduce the amount of calories to be consumed. To get everyone on the same page, here are some definitions everyone needs to know to understand the thermal dynamics of our wonderful bodies. Calories - A unit of measure of energy to raise the temperature of 1 liter of water by 1 degree Celsius. Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR AKA Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)) - This is the minimum amount of energy that the body requires to support life functions and organs. This is about 75% our total energy requirements. Most of this is for the Liver, Brain, and muscles. So remember to lift weights and build some muscles. Thermic Effect of Food (TEF) - This is the energy that the body uses to break down...