What is this calculator?
Estimate energy use from an activity MET value you supply.
What can you use it for?
Use it to understand the numerical relationship between the measurements or dates entered. Estimate energy use from an activity MET value you supply.
How to use it
- Enter body weight (kg).
- Enter activity met value.
- Enter duration (minutes).
- Select Calculate (or Generate for random tools).
- Read the answer and any additional results below the form. Check the units and the limits of the method.
Formula and method
The formula uses the units and definitions shown above. Each input is substituted before the arithmetic is evaluated; the calculated output is rounded for display.
Worked example
Body weight (kg): 70, Activity MET value: 5, Duration (minutes): 30. The result is 183.75 kcal (result).
Assumptions and limits
Approximate gross energy use. Enter a MET from a suitable activity reference; individual results vary.
Frequently asked questions
What inputs does the Calories Burned Calculator need?
Use body weight (kg), activity met value, duration (minutes). Read the answer and any additional results below the form. Check the units and the limits of the method.
What assumptions apply to the Calories Burned Calculator?
Approximate gross energy use. Enter a MET from a suitable activity reference; individual results vary.