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Calories Burned Calculator

Calculate calories burned during workouts, running, cycling, swimming, and daily tasks using scientifically validated MET (Metabolic Equivalent) scores.

Calculator Inputs

Compendium of Physical Activities MET value.
min
Active exercise time.
lbs
Heavier bodies burn more energy moving.

Calculated Results

Total Calories Burned
430 kcal
Burn Rate per Minute 9.55 kcal/min
Equivalent Fat Burned 0.12 lbs
MET Intensity Score 7.0 (Vigorous)
Values calculate live as you adjust inputs.

About Calories Burned Calculator

The Calories Burned Calculator uses the scientific Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) framework, where 1 MET represents the energy cost of sitting quietly (~1 kcal per kg per hour).

What is Calories Burned Calculator?

The Calories Burned Calculator uses the scientific Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) framework, where 1 MET represents the energy cost of sitting quietly (~1 kcal per kg per hour).

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Choose your physical sport or exercise activity.
  2. Specify workout duration in minutes.
  3. Enter your body weight.
  4. Review total energetic expenditure and burn rate per minute.

The Mathematical Formula & Variables

Calories = Duration(minutes) * [MET * 3.5 * Weight(kg) / 200]

Variables Definition

Symbol / Variable Name Description
MET Metabolic Equivalent Ratio of active work metabolic rate compared to resting state.

Step-by-Step Worked Example

Scenario: 165 lb (74.84 kg) individual running at 6 mph (MET 9.8) for 45 minutes.

  1. Calculate per-minute burn: 9.8 * 3.5 * 74.84 / 200 = 12.83 kcal/min.
  2. Multiply by 45 minutes: 45 * 12.83 = 577.5 kcal.

Result: Total Burned = 578 Calories

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this calorie burn include my resting calories?

Yes. Gross MET formulas include your baseline basal metabolic burn during that timeframe. Subtract your resting BMR rate for that period to find net workout calories.