Calories Burned Calculator

Estimate calories burned during various activities and exercises.

Calories Burned Calculator

About the Calories Burned Calculator

The Calories Burned Calculator helps you estimate how many calories you burn during various activities and exercises. Enter your weight, select an activity, and specify duration to get an accurate calorie burn estimate. Use it for: - Tracking exercise calorie expenditure - Planning workout routines - Understanding activity calorie costs - Balancing calorie intake with exercise Formula: Calories Burned = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours) MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values represent exercise intensity: - 1 MET = Resting metabolic rate - 3-6 METs = Moderate intensity - 6-9 METs = Vigorous intensity - 9+ METs = Very high intensity Results are estimates. Individual calorie burn varies based on fitness level, body composition, and exercise efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions

The calculator uses MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values from scientific research. Results are estimates and can vary ±10-20% based on individual metabolism, fitness level, and exercise intensity.
Body weight, exercise intensity, duration, fitness level, age, and individual metabolism all affect calories burned. Heavier people burn more calories doing the same activity.
Increase duration, intensity, or frequency of exercise. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) and strength training can increase post-exercise calorie burn (EPOC effect).