Increased Nonexercise Activity is most often used for Cardiovascular Health.

Increased Nonexercise Activity

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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Nonexercise activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by contracting skeletal muscles that increases energy expenditure above resting levels. This includes leisure-time activity, occupational physical activity, and activities of daily living, but not formal exercise.

Increased Nonexercise Activity is most often used for Cardiovascular Health.

Last Updated:October 13, 2024

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