Calories Burned Calculator
Find out how many calories you burn during exercise and daily activities. Enter your weight, activity, and duration for personalized estimates.
Select an activity and enter your details to see calories burned.
How It Works
Calorie burn is calculated using MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values. MET represents the energy cost of activities compared to rest. The formula is: Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours).
Higher MET values mean more intense activities that burn more calories per minute. Your body weight also affects calorie burn—heavier individuals burn more calories doing the same activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are these estimates?
MET-based calculations are estimates that work for most people. Actual calorie burn varies based on fitness level, muscle mass, age, and exercise intensity. Heart rate monitors and fitness trackers can provide more personalized data.
What burns the most calories?
High-intensity activities like running, jumping rope, and vigorous swimming burn the most per minute. However, consistency matters more than intensity—a moderate activity you do regularly beats an intense workout you avoid.
Do I burn more calories if I'm heavier?
Yes. Moving a heavier body requires more energy. This is why calorie calculations factor in your weight. As you lose weight, you'll burn slightly fewer calories doing the same activities.