1. What is the Indoor Rowing Calorie Calculator?

The Indoor Rowing Calorie Calculator estimates calories burned during rowing exercises using the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) value, your weight, and exercise duration. It helps with weight loss planning by quantifying energy expenditure.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task (intensity level)
• \( Weight \) — Your body weight in kilograms
• \( Time \) — Duration of exercise in hours

Explanation: The formula calculates energy expenditure by multiplying exercise intensity (MET) by your weight and the time spent exercising.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie estimation helps with weight management by creating an energy deficit (burning more calories than consumed) for weight loss.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter MET value (typically 6-12 for rowing), your weight in kg, and exercise duration in hours. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are typical MET values for rowing?
A: Moderate rowing is about 7 METs, vigorous rowing 8.5-12 METs. Competitive rowing can reach 12+ METs.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate (±20%) but individual metabolism and effort level affect actual calories burned.

Q3: Should I use kg or pounds?
A: The calculator requires weight in kilograms. Divide pounds by 2.205 to convert to kg.

Q4: Can I use minutes instead of hours?
A: Yes, just divide minutes by 60 (e.g., 30 minutes = 0.5 hours).

Q5: Does this account for afterburn effect?
A: No, the calculation only estimates calories burned during the exercise session itself.