1. What is the Calories Burned Sitting Calculation?

The calories burned calculation estimates energy expenditure while sitting based on your weight, time spent sitting, and the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) value for sitting.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the equation:

Where:

• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task (1.0 for sitting)
• \( weight_{kg} \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( time_h \) — Time spent sitting in hours

Explanation: The equation calculates calories burned by multiplying the MET value (energy cost of sitting) by your weight and the duration of sitting.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Understanding calories burned while sitting helps with weight management and creating balanced activity plans, especially for sedentary individuals.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your weight in kg, time spent sitting in hours, and the MET value (default is 1.0 for sitting). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What exactly is a MET value?
A: MET is a ratio of your working metabolic rate relative to your resting metabolic rate. 1 MET is the energy you expend while at rest.

Q2: Does sitting burn more calories for heavier people?
A: Yes, the calculation accounts for weight - heavier individuals burn more calories at rest and during all activities.

Q3: Is the MET value always 1.0 for sitting?
A: Generally yes, though slight variations may exist (e.g., 1.3 for sitting while typing). The default is 1.0 for passive sitting.

Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual variations in metabolism can affect actual calories burned.

Q5: Can I use this for other activities?
A: Yes, by changing the MET value you can estimate calories for different activities (e.g., 2.0 for standing, 3.5 for walking).