1. What is the Workout Calorie Burner?

The Workout Calorie Burner calculator estimates the number of calories burned during physical activity using the Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) value, body weight, and duration of activity.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the calorie burn equation:

Where:

• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task (intensity measure)
• \( Weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( Time \) — Duration of activity in hours

Explanation: The equation accounts for the intensity of the activity (MET), the person's body weight, and how long the activity was performed.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie burn estimation helps with weight management, exercise planning, and understanding the energy expenditure of different activities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter MET value (check activity tables), weight in kg, and time in hours. All values must be valid (positive numbers).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are MET values?
A: MET values represent the energy cost of activities. 1 MET = resting metabolic rate. Higher METs indicate more intense activities.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual factors like fitness level and body composition can affect actual calorie burn.

Q3: Where can I find MET values for different activities?
A: The Compendium of Physical Activities provides comprehensive MET values for hundreds of activities.

Q4: Why use kg for weight?
A: The equation uses metric units. To convert pounds to kg, divide by 2.205.

Q5: Can I use this for weight loss planning?
A: Yes, it can help estimate exercise contribution to calorie deficit, but nutrition is equally important for weight loss.