1. What is the Calories Burned Equation?

The Calories Burned Equation estimates the number of calories burned during physical activity based on the Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) value, body weight, and duration of activity. It helps in planning weight loss programs and tracking energy expenditure.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Calories Burned Equation:

Where:

• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task (unitless)
• \( Weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( Time \) — Duration of activity in hours

Explanation: The equation accounts for the intensity of activity (MET), body size (weight), and how long the activity was performed (time).

3. Importance of Calories Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie estimation is crucial for weight management, creating calorie deficits for weight loss, and balancing energy intake with expenditure.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter MET value (check activity tables), weight in kg, and time in hours. All values must be valid (positive numbers).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are MET values?
A: MET values represent the energy cost of activities. 1 MET = resting metabolic rate. Higher MET values indicate more intense activities.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual variations in metabolism can affect actual calories burned.

Q3: Should I use kg or pounds for weight?
A: The calculator uses kilograms. To convert pounds to kg, divide by 2.205.

Q4: Can I use minutes instead of hours?
A: Yes, but convert minutes to hours (divide by 60) before entering the value.

Q5: How can I use this for weight loss?
A: Combine with calorie tracking to ensure you're burning more calories than you consume (typically 500 kcal/day deficit for 1 lb/week loss).