Calories Burned Calculator
Calculate calories burned during different activities and exercises
Calories Burned Examples
Running Workout
Weight: 70 kg
Activity: Running (7.5 mph)
Duration: 30 minutes
Calories Burned: 450
High-intensity cardio workout
Swimming Session
Weight: 65 kg
Activity: Swimming (moderate)
Duration: 45 minutes
Calories Burned: 380
Full-body workout, low impact
Walking Exercise
Weight: 75 kg
Activity: Brisk Walking
Duration: 60 minutes
Calories Burned: 300
Moderate-intensity cardio
Calories Burned Calculation Formulas
Basic Calorie Burn Formula
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours)
Where:
MET = Metabolic Equivalent of Task
Weight in kilograms
Duration in hours
MET Values (examples)
Walking (slow): 2.0
Running (6 mph): 7.0
Swimming: 5.0
Cycling: 4.0
Higher MET = More intense activity
Fat Burning Estimate
Fat (g) = Calories ÷ 7700 × 1000
Based on:
7700 calories = 1 kg of fat
Varies by individual factors
Benefits & Features
Our calories burned calculator provides valuable insights for exercise planning:
Exercise Analysis
- Activity-specific calculations
- Intensity level tracking
- Duration-based estimates
- Multiple activity comparison
- Workout planning
Fitness Planning
- Goal-based recommendations
- Workout optimization
- Activity selection
- Exercise combination
- Progress monitoring
Health Insights
- Energy expenditure tracking
- Activity effectiveness
- Fitness level assessment
- Health goal alignment
- Performance metrics
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the calories burned calculator?
The calculator's accuracy depends on:
- Individual metabolism variations
- Exercise intensity accuracy
- Personal fitness level
- Age and body composition
- Environmental factors
Which activities burn the most calories?
High-calorie burning activities include:
- Running at high speeds
- High-intensity interval training
- Swimming laps vigorously
- Uphill cycling
- Competitive sports
How many calories should I burn daily?
Daily calorie burn targets depend on:
- Weight management goals
- Current fitness level
- Daily activity level
- Dietary intake
- Individual metabolism
Does muscle mass affect calorie burn?
Muscle mass impacts calorie burning by:
- Increasing resting metabolism
- Enhancing exercise efficiency
- Improving recovery rate
- Affecting overall energy expenditure
- Supporting long-term fitness goals
How can I maximize calorie burn?
Optimize your calorie burn through:
- High-intensity interval training
- Consistent strength training
- Regular cardio exercises
- Active lifestyle choices
- Proper nutrition and hydration