This article was published when we operated as CrossFit Loganville, a licensed CrossFit affiliate. We are now Loganville Fitness Collective and no longer affiliated with CrossFit. The fitness guidance here remains high-quality—just under our new name.
If you're trying to lose body fat, you might assume your workouts are the biggest factor. But did you know that the calories you burn outside the gym could be just as important—if not more?
Enter: NEAT—Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis.
At CrossFit Loganville, we help our members go beyond the one-hour workout. NEAT is the unsung hero of fat loss and sustainable energy balance. And the best part? It doesn’t require any fancy equipment or intense training.
🔍 What Is NEAT?
NEAT includes all the movement you do throughout the day that isn’t intentional exercise. This means:
- Walking to the mailbox
- Doing laundry
- Gardening
- Cleaning the house
- Taking the stairs
- Even fidgeting!
It’s everything that keeps your body moving outside of structured gym sessions—and it can contribute hundreds of extra calories burned per day without draining your energy or stressing your body.
🧠 Why NEAT Matters:
- Increases Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE): The more you move, the more energy your body uses—even when the movement is small.
- Supports Fat Loss: NEAT can make up a large portion of your daily calorie burn, which is crucial when trying to lose body fat.
- Reduces Sedentary Behavior: Sitting for long periods is linked to numerous health issues—NEAT combats that naturally.
- Low Stress on the Body: Unlike intense exercise, NEAT doesn’t require recovery or risk injury.
Think of NEAT as your invisible fat-burning assistant. When paired with consistent CrossFit workouts and solid nutrition, it creates a powerful combo for transformation.
✅ Easy Ways to Boost NEAT:
- Use a step tracker and aim for 7,000–10,000 steps a day
- Set reminders to stand up and walk every hour
- Take a walking meeting or post-meal stroll
- Do chores mindfully and with energy
👉 Want to make your daily movement work for you? Book a free intro session at CrossFit Loganville and let our on-ramp program guide you to lasting results—with fitness, lifestyle, and everything in between.
