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Calorie expenditure from exercise
Estimated calories consumed during a specific exercise session.
Definition and context
Estimated calories consumed during a specific exercise session. This definition summarizes the main objective of the concept so that any reader can quickly identify how to apply it.
Depends on intensity, duration, body weight, and efficiency. Device estimates are approximate and should be validated with real progress.
Why is it relevant?
Helps adjust intake and expectations, avoiding overcompensation with food after training.
Applied example
How to apply it in Almendra
- Record the estimated expenditure in sessions saved in Almendra.
- Educate with automated messages about not "overeating" after workouts if the goal is fat loss.
- Adjust calories on high-load days only if performance requires it.
Key recommendations
- Use estimates as a guide, not as exact truth.
- Observe weight and performance to validate actual expenditure.
- Avoid using expenditure to justify binges; prioritize the weekly plan.
- Consider that devices may overestimate.
- Adjust intake based on performance and recovery, not just the estimated number.
Frequently asked questions
Are watches or apps reliable?
They are approximate; use them as a reference and validate with weight progress and energy.
Should I eat back all the calories burned?
Only if the goal is performance or maintenance; for fat loss, a moderate deficit is usually maintained.
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