Fit Tracking

Understanding Calories Burned

Calories burned refer to the amount of energy expended during physical activity. Understanding how many calories you burn can help you manage your weight, improve your fitness, and achieve your health goals.

The number of calories burned during an activity depends on several factors, including:

• Body Weight: Heavier individuals burn more calories than lighter individuals during the same activity.
• Activity Intensity: Higher intensity activities burn more calories.
• Duration: The longer you perform an activity, the more calories you burn.

To estimate calories burned, we often use the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) value, which represents the energy cost of physical activities. For example, a MET value of 1 corresponds to the energy expenditure at rest, while a MET value of 8 corresponds to vigorous activities like running.

The formula to calculate calories burned is:

Calories Burned = METs × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours)

For more detailed information on calories burned and their significance in fitness, you can refer to the Wikipedia article on Calories.