Calories Burned Calculator

Estimate calories burned from weight, minutes, and MET.

Calories Burned Calculator

Formula

kcal = MET * kg * (minutes/60)

Standard MET energy estimate for steady activity.

This calories burned calculator estimates energy used from weight, duration, and a MET value. Calories = MET * weight in kg * hours.

Default example: 70 kg, 45 minutes, MET 7 gives about 368 kcal. MET tables differ by activity; enter the MET that matches your activity reference.

Inputs

  • Weight (kg)
  • Duration (minutes)
  • MET value

Worked example

70 * 7 * (45/60) = 367.5, shown as about 368 kcal.

For daily maintenance calories, use the TDEE calculator or the calorie calculator. Macro splits belong on the macro calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the default example show?

70 kg, 45 minutes, MET 7 burns about 367.5 calories.

What is a MET?

MET stands for metabolic equivalent of task. It compares activity intensity to resting metabolism.

Is weight in kilograms?

Yes. Convert pounds to kilograms before you enter weight if your scale uses pounds.

Are wearable estimates the same?

Often not. Watches use heart rate and proprietary models. This page uses classic MET math.

Can I use it for walking?

Yes. Pick a walking MET from a standard table that matches your pace, then enter minutes.

Does this equal net calories for weight loss?

It estimates activity burn. Daily needs also depend on BMR and total intake.

What if minutes is zero?

Burn is zero. Duration must be positive for a meaningful estimate.

Where do I find MET values?

Use published MET tables for activities such as cycling, running, or resistance training.