Calories Burned Calculator for Cycling

What is Calories Burned Calculator for Cycling?

This calculator estimates the number of calories burned while cycling based on your weight, cycling time, and intensity level. It’s a useful tool for cyclists looking to track their calorie expenditure and monitor their fitness progress.

Calories Burned Formula and Mathematical Explanation

The formula to calculate calories burned while cycling is:

Calories Burned = (Weight (kg) * Intensity (METs) * Time (minutes)) / 60

Variable	Meaning	Unit	Typical Range
Weight (kg)	The cyclist’s body weight	kg	40-120
Intensity (METs)	Metabolic equivalent of task, representing the energy expenditure of a specific activity	METs	4-8
Time (minutes)	The duration of cycling	minutes	15-120

Practical Examples

Example 1: Light Cycling

Weight: 75 kg, Time: 60 minutes, Intensity: Light (4 METs)

Total Calories Burned: (75 * 4 * 60) / 60 = 300 calories

Calories Burned per Kg: 300 / 75 = 4 calories/kg

Example 2: Vigorous Cycling

Weight: 65 kg, Time: 45 minutes, Intensity: Vigorous (8 METs)

Total Calories Burned: (65 * 8 * 45) / 60 = 480 calories

Calories Burned per Kg: 480 / 65 = 7.38 calories/kg