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Bodily movement that is produced by the contraction of skeletal muscle and that substantially increases energy expenditure.<\/p>\n

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Bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that increases energy expenditure.<\/p>\n

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Engaging in any form of physical exertion that entails bodily movement and results in the expenditure of energy.<\/p>\n

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