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| Definition |
| The Thermic Effect of Exercise (TEE) refers to the calories a person burns when performing physical activities. These physical activities can include everyday tasks like vacuuming or washing dishes, walking or running, and recreational activities, like football, basketball or volleyball. Up to 30 percent of the calories you need in a day are used for TEE. This percentage is lower in sedentary people than those who workout frequently. |
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| TEE Formula |
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Activity Levels for Physical Activity Factor
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Level of Activity
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Males
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Females
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Sedentary
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0.3
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0.3
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Light Active
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0.6
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0.5
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Moderately Active
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0.7
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0.6
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Very Active
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1.1
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0.9
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Extremely Active
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1.4
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1.2
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- BMR x PA Factor = TEE
- 1300 (BMR) x 0.3 (sedentary male) = 390 calories/day
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| Sources Cited |
- http://krupp.wcc.hawaii.edu/BIOL100L/nutrition/energy.pdf
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