Calculating RMR and daily energy output
In this activity, students calculate their RMR (resting metabolic rate) and use this to calculate the energy cost of various activities. From these values, an estimate of their average daily energy expenditure can be made.
Total daily energy expenditure
Percentage breakdown of total daily energy expenditure. The three main components are resting metabolic rate, physical activity and the thermic effect of food.
By the end of this activity, students should be able to:
explain the meaning of resting metabolic rate (RMR)
calculate an approximate value for their resting metabolic rate
understand the concept of metabolic equivalents and how it is used
estimate their average daily energy expenditure.
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introduction/background notes
what you need
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student worksheets.
