Calories Burned Cycling Formula:
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The calories burned during cycling are calculated using the Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) value, which represents the energy cost of physical activities. This equation estimates calories burned during 1 hour of cycling based on your weight and cycling intensity.
The calculator uses the calories burned equation:
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Explanation: The MET value represents how many times more energy you burn compared to resting. Higher intensity cycling has higher MET values.
Details: Knowing calories burned helps with weight management, training planning, and understanding energy expenditure during exercise.
Tips: Enter your weight in kilograms and select your cycling intensity level. The calculator will estimate calories burned in 1 hour of continuous cycling.
Q1: What are MET values?
A: MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) is a unit that estimates energy expenditure. 1 MET equals the energy you burn at rest.
Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate but actual calories burned may vary based on terrain, wind, bike efficiency, and individual metabolism.
Q3: Should I use kg or lbs?
A: The calculator uses kilograms. To convert pounds to kg: divide by 2.205.
Q4: What if I cycle for less than 1 hour?
A: For shorter durations, divide the result proportionally (e.g., for 30 minutes, divide by 2).
Q5: Does this include resting calories?
A: Yes, the total includes both exercise and resting calories during that hour.