Calorie Burn Calculator
Estimate calories burned during various physical activities based on weight, duration, and MET value.
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How to use this tool?
How to Use the Calorie Burn Calculator
- Enter your weight in kilograms (kg). Use a decimal if needed (e.g., 70.5).
- Enter the duration of your activity in minutes (e.g., 30).
- Select an activity from the dropdown. Each option has a pre-assigned MET value (e.g., Walking = 3.5).
- Click "Calculate" to see your estimated calories burned.
What the result means:
- The calculator uses the formula:
MET × 3.5 × weight (kg) / 200 × duration (min). - Your result is shown in calories, rounded to one decimal place.
- The formula breakdown is displayed below the result for transparency.
Important notes:
- All inputs must be positive numbers. Weight must be in kilograms (metric system only).
- If you enter invalid data (e.g., zero or negative), an error message will appear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
MET stands for Metabolic Equivalent of Task. It measures the energy cost of physical activities as a multiple of resting metabolic rate.
This calculator provides an estimate based on standard MET values. Actual calorie burn may vary due to individual factors like age, gender, and fitness level.
Yes, it can help you estimate calories burned during exercise, which is useful for creating a calorie deficit for weight loss.
