fat mobilization
[/fæt moʊbɪlɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounpl: fat mobilizations
mobilização de gordura
1. The physiological process by which stored fat (triglycerides) in adipose tissue is broken down and released into the bloodstream as free fatty acids and glycerol, typically for energy use during exercise or caloric deficit
Fat mobilization increases significantly during aerobic exercise when carbohydrate stores become depleted.
A mobilização de gordura aumenta significativamente durante o exercício aeróbico quando as reservas de carboidratos se esgotam.
2. The metabolic mechanism triggered by hormonal signals (such as epinephrine and glucagon) that activates lipolysis and the transport of lipids for oxidation
Enhanced fat mobilization is one of the key adaptations to endurance training.
A mobilização aprimorada de gordura é uma das principais adaptações ao treinamento de resistência.
This term is prevalent in Brazilian fitness culture and nutrition science. In Brazil, the concept of 'mobilização de gordura' is frequently discussed in gym environments and by personal trainers, though the colloquial term 'queima de gordura' (fat burning) is more commonly used by the general public. In the United States, this is primarily scientific/medical terminology used in academic and professional health contexts.
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