Calories Burned Calculator
Estimate calories burned by activity duration and intensity.
156kcal
MET
4.3
Per minute
5.2 kcal
Per hour
312 kcal
Uses the standard MET formula: calories = MET x weight (kg) x hours. MET values come from the Compendium of Physical Activities. Real burn varies with effort, terrain, and fitness.
About
Pick an activity, enter your weight and duration, get an estimate. Uses MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values from the Compendium of Physical Activities, which is the standard scientific reference.
How to use
- Pick the activity and intensity.
- Enter your weight.
- Enter the duration in minutes.
- See estimated calories burned.
FAQ
How accurate are these numbers?+
MET-based estimates are within 15-20% for most people. Trackers and gym machines can be wildly off. Use this for relative comparison, not precise calorie counting.
What does MET mean?+
1 MET is the energy of sitting still. Walking is about 3 METs, running is 8-12, depending on pace. Calories per minute is roughly MET times your weight in kg divided by 60.