[SOLVED] Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) & Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
Section 1: (45 points) Definitions and understanding
Define and explain the difference between Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) & Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
Discuss the following factors in relation to BMR and RMR
Age
FFM (Fat-Free Mass)
Body Mass & Stature
Health Status
Discuss the two ways to measure energy expenditure
Section 2: (45 points) Application
Estimate the amount of energy expended by the following clients:
65-year-old female, 155 lbs., trimming shrubs for 35 minutes
18-year-old male, 230 lbs., playing wallyball for an hour
Estimate the amount of energy YOU would expend doing the following activities (include your personal data (age, weight, etc) in the description before your answers.
Running on a flat surface at 6mph for 30 minutes
Walking leisurely for an hour
Formatting (10 points)
The format of this assignment may be presented in narrative or bullet format. Section 2 should show the mathematical work. Information should be presented in a clear, concise, organized format. Include at least one additional reference (in APA format) other than your text.
Resource for Section 1: BMR and RMR Article
https://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/resting-metabolic-rate-how-to-calculate-and-improve-yours
Resources for Section 2: Physical Activity Compendium, Calculating Energy Expenditure Using METs
https://sites.google.com/site/compendiumofphysicalactivities/home?authuser=0
https://blog.nasm.org/metabolic-equivalents-for-weight-loss
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