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The Swimming Calorie Burn Calculator estimates the number of calories burned during swimming activities based on MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values, body weight, and exercise duration. It helps individuals track their energy expenditure for fitness and weight management goals.
The calculator uses the standard calorie burn formula:
Where:
Explanation: MET values represent the intensity of physical activity. One MET is defined as the energy cost of sitting quietly, equivalent to 1 kcal/kg/hour.
Details: Understanding calorie expenditure helps in weight management, exercise planning, and achieving fitness goals. Swimming is an excellent full-body workout that burns significant calories while being low-impact.
Tips: Enter your weight in kilograms, swimming duration in hours, and select the appropriate MET value based on your swimming intensity. All values must be valid (weight > 0, time > 0).
Q1: What are MET values for different swimming intensities?
A: Light effort: 6 MET, Moderate effort: 8 MET, Vigorous effort: 10 MET. These vary based on stroke and speed.
Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate, but individual factors like metabolism, swimming efficiency, and water temperature can affect actual calorie burn.
Q3: Should I use kg or pounds for weight?
A: The calculator requires weight in kilograms. To convert from pounds, divide by 2.205.
Q4: Does swimming style affect calorie burn?
A: Yes, butterfly and freestyle typically burn more calories than breaststroke or backstroke at the same intensity.
Q5: Can I use this for other water activities?
A: While designed for swimming, it can provide estimates for similar water-based exercises with appropriate MET adjustments.