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Calories Burned Calculator

Estimate calories burned during exercise based on activity type, duration, and body weight.

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Calories Burned Calculator

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How Are Calories Burned Calculated?

The formula uses METs (Metabolic Equivalents of Task), a measure of exercise intensity relative to resting metabolic rate:

Calories Burned = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours)

Common MET Values

  • Walking (3.5 mph): MET 4.3
  • Running (6 mph): MET 10.0
  • Cycling (moderate): MET 8.0
  • Swimming (moderate): MET 8.3
  • Strength training: MET 5.0