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Acute exercise and subsequent energy intake. A meta-analysis.

Matthew M Schubert¹, Ben Desbrow, Surendran Sabapathy

¹School of Public Health, Griffith Health Institute, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Southport, Queensland 4222, Australia. m.schubert@griffith.edu.au

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Determining the Contribution of the Energy Systems During Exercise

Determining the Contribution of the Energy Systems During Exercise

Published on: March 20, 2012

Area of Science:

Exercise Physiology
Nutritional Science
Metabolic Studies

Background:

The impact of acute exercise on subsequent energy intake requires clarification for effective weight management strategies.
Understanding exercise-induced energy deficits and compensatory eating behaviors is vital for long-term program design.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and meta-analyze existing literature on the effect of acute exercise on subsequent energy intake.
To quantify the magnitude of energy deficit produced by exercise and assess compensatory eating patterns.

Main Methods:

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 29 studies (51 trials) examining energy intake post-exercise.
Analysis included exercise durations (30-120 min) and intensities (36-81% VO2max), with test meals offered 0-2 hours post-exercise.

Main Results:

Exercise demonstrated a trivial effect on absolute energy intake (ES=0.14).
Exercise significantly impacted relative energy intake, creating a notable energy deficit (ES=-1.35).
Individuals did not substantially compensate for exercise energy expenditure through increased food intake in the immediate post-exercise period.

Conclusions:

Acute exercise effectively generates a short-term energy deficit.
The findings support the use of exercise in weight loss and maintenance by not being fully compensated through increased food intake.