Calorie Burned Calculator
Calories burned during exercise depends on the activity intensity (measured as MET — Metabolic Equivalent of Task), your body weight, and duration. This calculator uses standard MET values for 20 common activities including running, cycling, swimming, HIIT, yoga, and Indian sports.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task)?+
MET is a unit of energy expenditure. 1 MET = energy used at rest (approximately 1 kcal/kg/hour). An activity with MET 8 burns 8× the calories of sitting still. Running at 10 km/h has a MET of about 10; walking has 3.5; sleeping is 0.9.
How accurate is this calorie estimate?+
The MET formula (Calories = MET × weight × hours) provides a reasonable estimate but actual burn varies by fitness level, terrain, efficiency, and individual metabolism — typically ±15–20%. For precise tracking, use a heart-rate monitor or fitness tracker which can account for individual cardiovascular response.
Does weight affect how many calories I burn?+
Yes, directly proportional. A heavier person does more work to move their body — a 90 kg person burns 29% more calories than a 70 kg person doing the same activity. This is why calorie counts on gym machines (which don't know your weight) are often inaccurate.
Which exercise burns the most calories?+
High-intensity activities top the list: running fast (12 km/h: MET 12.5), skipping rope (MET 10), HIIT (MET 8–12), swimming vigorously (MET 9.8). For sustained fat loss, consistency matters more than intensity — a daily 45-min brisk walk burns more calories per month than one weekly HIIT session.