Estimation of Physiological Cost Index as an Energy Expenditure Index using MacGregor’s Equation
Introduction: Physical activity and energy expenditure can be quantified by measuring heart rate, oxygen uptake and respiratory quotient. The Physiological Cost Index (PCI) proposed by MacGregor is a simple and straightforward method to estimate the energy expenditure index. Here, we aim to estimate...
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Language: | English |
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Nepal Medical Association
2015-09-01
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Series: | Journal of Nepal Medical Association |
Online Access: | http://jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/2786 |