MET stands for Metabolic Equivalent of Task. It's a measure of the energy cost of a physical activity relative to resting metabolism. A MET of 1 is resting (like sitting quietly). A MET of 8 means you are burning 8 times more energy than when at rest.

Why is body weight important for this calculation?

Heavier individuals burn more calories to perform the same task because they have more body mass to move. The formula uses weight as a key multiplier to accurately estimate energy expenditure.

Is this calculation 100% accurate?

This calculator provides a highly accurate estimate based on the standardized MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities. However, individual results can vary based on factors like age, sex, body composition, and environmental conditions, which are not accounted for in this formula.

What if my exact activity isn't listed?

Try to find the closest match. For example, if you played a casual game of basketball, 'Basketball, general' is a good choice. The list is based on the Compendium of Physical Activities and includes the most common activities and their corresponding MET values.

Can I use this for weight loss?

Yes, understanding your energy expenditure (calories burned) is a critical part of managing weight. You can use this tool to track calories burned during your workouts and compare it against your caloric intake.

Exercise Calculator: Estimate Calories Burned

Estimate calories burned during exercise based on your body weight, activity duration, and the activity's MET value. Uses the 2011 Compendium of Physical Activities.

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$\text{Calories per Minute} = \frac{\text{MET} \times \text{Body Weight (kg)} \times 3.5}{200}$

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$\text{Total Calories} = \text{Calories per Minute} \times \text{Duration (minutes)}$

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Sources (authoritative):

Home — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/
Health & Fitness — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/health-fitness
Fitness — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/subcategories/health-fitness-fitness
Official Compendium Website — sites.google.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://sites.google.com/site/compendiumofphysicalactivities/
BMI Calculator — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/bmi-calculator
TDEE Calculator — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/tdee
BMR Calculator — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/bmr
Macro Calculator — calcdomain.com · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://calcdomain.com/macro

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