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The Swim Calorie Burn Calculator estimates the number of calories burned during swimming activities based on your weight, duration of exercise, and intensity level measured in MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task).
The calculator uses the standard calorie burn formula:
Where:
Explanation: MET values represent the energy cost of physical activities. Swimming MET values range from 5.8 (light effort) to 10.0 (vigorous effort) depending on stroke and intensity.
Details: Tracking calories burned during swimming helps with weight management, fitness planning, and understanding the energy expenditure of different swimming intensities.
Tips: Enter your weight in kilograms, swimming duration in hours, and select the appropriate MET value based on your swimming intensity. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What are MET values for different swimming styles?
A: Light effort (5.8 MET) includes leisurely swimming; Moderate effort (8.3 MET) includes lap swimming; Vigorous effort (10.0 MET) includes fast lap swimming or competitive swimming.
Q2: How accurate is this calculator?
A: The calculator provides a good estimate based on standard metabolic equations. Individual results may vary based on fitness level, swimming technique, and metabolism.
Q3: Should I use kg or pounds for weight?
A: The calculator requires weight in kilograms. To convert from pounds to kilograms, divide pounds by 2.2046.
Q4: Does swimming burn more calories than other exercises?
A: Swimming is an excellent full-body workout that typically burns more calories than many land-based exercises due to water resistance and the engagement of multiple muscle groups.
Q5: How can I increase calories burned while swimming?
A: Increase intensity, try different strokes, incorporate interval training, and extend your swimming duration to burn more calories.