Translational Science: How experimental research has contributed to the understanding of spontaneous Physical Activity and Energy Homeostasis

Abstract Spontaneous physical activity (SPA) consists of all daily living activities other than volitional exercise (e.g. sports and fitness-related activities). SPA is an important component of energy expenditure and may protect from overweight and obesity. Little is known about the biological regu...

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Published in:Motriz : Revista de Educação Física. Unesp 2017, Vol.23 (spe)
Main Authors: Benfato, Izabelle D, Moretto, Thaís L, Barthichoto, Marcela, Carvalho, Francine P de, Oliveira, Camila A M de
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
energy balance
free-living activity
sedentary behavior
SPORT SCIENCES
volitional exercise
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Summary:Abstract Spontaneous physical activity (SPA) consists of all daily living activities other than volitional exercise (e.g. sports and fitness-related activities). SPA is an important component of energy expenditure and may protect from overweight and obesity. Little is known about the biological regulation of SPA, but animal researchhas contributedsignificantly to expand our knowledge in this field. Studies in rodents have shown that SPA is influenced by nutrients and volitional exercise. High-fat diet seems to decrease SPA, which contributes to weigh gain. Volitional exercisemayalso reduce SPA, helping to explain the commonly reported low efficiency of exercise to cause weight loss, and highlighting the need to finda volume/intensity of exercise to maximize total daily energy expenditure. Animal studieshave also allowed for the identification of some brain areas and chemical mediatorsinvolved in SPA regulation. These discoveries could enable the development of new therapeutics aiming to enhance SPA.
ISSN:1980-6574
1980-6574
DOI:10.1590/s1980-6574201700si0003