caloric expenditure
[kəˈlɔːrɪk ɪkˈspɛndɪtʃər]
nounpl: caloric expenditures
gasto calórico
1. the amount of energy (measured in calories) that the body uses during physical activity, exercise, or metabolic processes
Running burns a high caloric expenditure compared to walking.
Correr queima um gasto calórico maior em comparação com caminhar.
2. the total number of calories burned by an organism through physical exertion and basal metabolism
To lose weight, your caloric expenditure must exceed your caloric intake.
Para perder peso, seu gasto calórico deve exceder sua ingestão calórica.
3. energy consumption measured in kilocalories (kcal) during exercise sessions or daily activities
The fitness tracker monitors your daily caloric expenditure.
O rastreador de aptidão monitora seu gasto calórico diário.
In Brazil, the concept of 'gasto calórico' is increasingly important in fitness culture, particularly in urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro where gym culture and health consciousness are growing. The term is widely used by personal trainers, nutritionists, and fitness professionals. In the USA, caloric expenditure is a fundamental concept in fitness and weight management discussions, with Americans frequently tracking calories through apps and wearable technology. The term is central to American diet culture and fitness industry marketing.
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