Calories Burned Calculator
Estimate calories burned during exercise based on activity type, your body weight and the duration of the session in minutes.
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Calculation breakdown
- MET formula
- Calories = MET × 3.5 × weight(kg) / 200 × minutes
Worked example
A 78 kg person running at 10 km/h for 30 minutes burns roughly 401 kcal, based on a MET value of 9.8 for that pace.
Assumptions
- MET values are population averages and do not adjust for individual fitness or effort.
- Actual calorie burn varies with terrain, technique and environmental conditions.
How this calculator works
This calculator estimates calories burned during exercise using the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) method, which multiplies a MET value for the chosen activity by your body weight and session duration. It covers a range of common activities from walking to running and cycling.
Frequently asked questions
What is a MET value?
A MET represents the energy cost of an activity relative to resting; for example, a MET of 8 means burning eight times your resting energy rate.
Does this account for fitness level?
No, MET-based estimates are population averages and do not adjust for individual fitness or efficiency differences.
Can I use this for planning a calorie deficit?
Yes, combine the result with the TDEE calculator to see how exercise affects your overall daily calorie balance.
Results are estimates only and are not financial, tax, legal or credit advice.