title: "Daily NEAT: Burn More Without “Working Out”" description: "Tiny movements that add up—steps, breaks, chores, and simple tools." date: "2025-09-20" updated: "2025-09-20" cover: "/cover.png" readingTime: "6 min"

NEAT = Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis—the calories you burn by just moving more in daily life. It’s surprisingly powerful.

Easy wins

• 10k-ish steps across the day (or just “more than yesterday”).
• 1–2 min movement breaks every 30–60 min of sitting (timer helps).
• Carry shopping, take stairs, park farther away.
• Do chores standing or with a light weighted vest/ankle weights.

At a desk

• Alternate sit/stand.
• Try a light under-desk walk during calls.
• Keep a resistance band within reach.

Quick Picks

• Simple Step Counter / Fitness Tracker → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=fitness+tracker+steps&tag=wildandwell0c-21
• Standing Desk Converter → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=standing+desk+converter&tag=wildandwell0c-21
• Under-Desk Walking Pad → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=walking+pad&tag=wildandwell0c-21
• Resistance Bands → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=resistance+bands+set&tag=wildandwell0c-21
• Ankle Weights (Light) → https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=ankle+weights+1kg&tag=wildandwell0c-21

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