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The Calories Burned Exercising Calculator estimates the number of calories expended during physical activity using the Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) formula. It provides an accurate assessment of energy expenditure based on activity intensity, body weight, and duration.
The calculator uses the standard MET formula:
Where:
Explanation: The MET value represents the energy cost of physical activities. One MET is defined as the energy expenditure while sitting at rest.
Details: Accurate calorie expenditure calculation is crucial for weight management, exercise planning, and understanding the energy balance between calories consumed and calories burned.
Tips: Enter MET value (common activities: walking=3.5, running=8, cycling=6), weight in kilograms, and exercise duration in hours. All values must be valid positive numbers.
Q1: What are MET values?
A: MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values represent the intensity of physical activities compared to resting metabolism. Higher MET values indicate more intense activities.
Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The MET formula provides a good estimate for general purposes, but individual factors like fitness level, body composition, and exercise efficiency can affect actual calorie burn.
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: Can I use minutes instead of hours?
A: Yes, simply divide minutes by 60 to convert to hours (e.g., 30 minutes = 0.5 hours).
Q5: What are common MET values for different activities?
A: Walking (3-5 MET), Running (8-12 MET), Cycling (4-10 MET), Swimming (6-10 MET), Weight Training (3-6 MET).