Calories Burned Calculator 🔥
Estimate the number of calories burned during activities based on duration or distance
Your Calorie Burn Results 📊
Calories Burned
0 kcal
Estimated calories burned
Exercise Intensity
Moderate
Based on MET values
Calorie Equivalent:
Understanding Calories Burned 🧠
How Calories Burned Are Calculated ⚙️
MET Values
- MET = Metabolic Equivalent of Task
- 1 MET = Calories burned at rest
- Walking (3.5 MET) burns 3.5× resting calories
- Running (7 MET) burns 7× resting calories
- Values vary by activity intensity
The Formula
Calories = (Time × MET × Weight) / 200
- Time in minutes
- Weight in kilograms
- 200 = conversion factor
Factors Affecting Calories Burned 🌡️
Primary Factors
- Body weight (more weight = more calories)
- Exercise duration (longer = more calories)
- Exercise intensity (higher = more calories)
Secondary Factors
- Age (younger = slightly more calories)
- Body composition (more muscle = more calories)
- Fitness level (fitter = slightly fewer calories)
Activity Intensity Levels 🏋️
Light (1-3 MET)
- Slow walking
- Household chores
- Gentle yoga
- ≈ 150-300 kcal/hour
Moderate (3-6 MET)
- Brisk walking
- Doubles tennis
- Leisure cycling
- ≈ 300-500 kcal/hour
Vigorous (6+ MET)
- Running
- Swimming laps
- Basketball
- ≈ 500-800+ kcal/hour
Maximizing Calorie Burn 💪
Effective Strategies
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How could this calculator be better? 💡
We're always improving our tools. Here are some ideas we're considering:
- More precise activity-specific calculations
- Personalized recommendations based on fitness level
- Integration with fitness trackers
Email us at fitnesstools@example.com with your suggestions!
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Calorie Facts 🧠
- •1 pound of fat ≈ 3,500 calories 📊
- •Resting metabolism burns 60-75% of daily calories 💤
- •Muscle burns 3× more calories than fat at rest 💪
- •Cold weather can increase calorie burn by 5-15% ❄️
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Frequently Asked Questions ❓
How accurate are these calorie estimates? ⚖️
These are estimates based on average MET values. Actual calories burned can vary by 10-20% depending on individual factors like metabolism, fitness level, and exercise efficiency.
Why do I burn fewer calories as I get fitter? 🏃
As you become more fit, your body becomes more efficient at performing exercises, so it expends less energy for the same activity. To keep burning the same calories, you'll need to increase intensity or duration.
Does muscle really burn more calories than fat? 💪
Yes, muscle tissue is metabolically more active than fat tissue. Each pound of muscle burns about 6 calories per day at rest, compared to 2 calories per pound of fat.
What's better for fat loss: long duration or high intensity? 🔥
Both have benefits. Longer, moderate exercise burns more fat during the activity, while high-intensity exercise creates an "afterburn" effect (EPOC) that increases calorie burn for hours afterward.
How does weight affect calories burned? ⚖️
Heavier people burn more calories doing the same activity because it takes more energy to move a larger mass. As you lose weight, you'll need to adjust your exercise routine to maintain the same calorie burn.
Disclaimer:
This calculator provides estimates based on standardized data. Actual calories burned may vary based on individual factors. Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program, especially if you have any health concerns.