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Understanding Calories Burned

Calories burned refer to the amount of energy expended during physical activities. This measurement helps individuals understand how much energy they are using and can be useful for managing weight, improving fitness, and maintaining overall health.

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The number of calories burned during an activity depends on several factors, including the type of activity, the intensity, the duration, and the individual's weight. The Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) is a unit used to estimate the energy expenditure of various activities.

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

By using the MET value of an activity, you can calculate the estimated calories burned based on your weight and the duration of the activity.

Examples

Example 1

Person A: Weighs 70 kg and jogs (5 mph) for 30 minutes.

Calculation:
MET for jogging = 7
Calories Burned = 7 * 70 * (30 / 60) = 245

Result: Person A burns approximately 245 calories.

Example 2

Person B: Weighs 80 kg and cycles (10-12 mph) for 45 minutes.

Calculation:
MET for cycling = 4
Calories Burned = 4 * 80 * (45 / 60) = 240

Result: Person B burns approximately 240 calories.

Other Helpful Info

Understanding the calories you burn during various activities can be a useful tool for managing your health and fitness. Use our Calories Burned Calculator to estimate your energy expenditure and learn more about how different activities impact your calorie burn.