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The Swim Calories Burned Calculator estimates the number of calories burned during swimming activities based on Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) values, body weight, and exercise duration. It helps swimmers track their energy expenditure for fitness and weight management goals.
The calculator uses the standard calorie expenditure formula:
Where:
Explanation: MET values represent the energy cost of physical activities. One MET equals the energy expended at rest. Swimming MET values vary by intensity and stroke type.
Details: Tracking calories burned during swimming helps with weight management, exercise planning, and understanding the effectiveness of different swimming intensities for fitness goals.
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 valid (weight > 0, time > 0).
Q1: What are MET values for different swimming styles?
A: Light effort (5.8 MET), moderate effort (7.0 MET), vigorous effort (9.8 MET), competitive swimming (10.0 MET). Actual values may vary by individual and technique.
Q2: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It provides estimates based on average MET values. Individual results may vary due to factors like swimming efficiency, water temperature, and body composition.
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 this for other water activities?
A: This calculator is optimized for swimming. Other water activities like water aerobics or aqua jogging have different MET values.
Q5: How does swimming compare to other exercises for calorie burning?
A: Swimming is an excellent full-body workout that typically burns more calories than walking or cycling at similar intensities, due to water resistance and full-body engagement.