Interval Training and Resting Metabolism

Effect of Aerobic Interval Training on NEAT in Sedentary Men

It has been reported that obese individuals are seated 2 ½ hour more than lean individuals and that non exercise thermo genesis (NEAT) may vary with as much as 2000 Kcal/day between equal size people due to different occupational and leisure time activities. The primary aim of the study is to investigate if 10 weeks of exercise training increase NEAT in sedentary men.

Subject will be randomized to three different training intervention, with 3 exercise session each week for 10 weeks. NEAT will be measured using an activity sensor and recorded over a 7 day period both before and after training.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male gender
• Age 18-50
• BMI 25-30 kg x m2
• No significant comorbidities
• Abel to exercise
• Not partaking in organized physical activity

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to exercise due to musculoskeletal conditions
• Known ischemic cardiovascular disease
• High daily physical and occupational activity levels