Indoor Cycling Calories Burned Calculator

Calories Burned Formula:

\[ Calories = \frac{MET \times 3.5 \times weight}{200} \times minutes \]

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1. What is the Indoor Cycling Calories Burned Formula?

The formula calculates calories burned during indoor cycling based on MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) value, weight, and exercise duration. It provides an estimate of energy expenditure during stationary cycling workouts.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ Calories = \frac{MET \times 3.5 \times weight}{200} \times minutes \]

Where:

\( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task (unitless)
\( weight \) — Body weight in kilograms (kg)
\( minutes \) — Exercise duration in minutes (min)
\( 3.5 \) — Oxygen consumption constant (mL/kg/min)
\( 200 \) — Conversion factor to kcal

Explanation: The formula estimates energy expenditure by multiplying MET value (intensity) by body weight and duration, then converting to calories.

3. Importance of Tracking Calories Burned

Details: Monitoring calories burned during exercise helps with weight management, fitness goal setting, and optimizing workout intensity for maximum efficiency.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter MET value (typically 4-12 for indoor cycling), weight in kg, and exercise duration in minutes. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are typical MET values for indoor cycling?
A: Light effort: 4-6 MET, moderate effort: 6-8 MET, vigorous effort: 8-12 MET, very vigorous: 12+ MET.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual factors like fitness level, metabolism, and cycling technique can affect actual calories burned.

Q3: Should I use my current weight or goal weight?
A: Always use your current weight for accurate calculations, as calorie expenditure is directly proportional to body mass.

Q4: Does this account for afterburn effect (EPOC)?
A: No, this formula calculates only the calories burned during the exercise session, not the additional calories burned post-exercise.

Q5: Can I use this for outdoor cycling?
A: While the formula works similarly, outdoor cycling has additional variables like wind resistance and terrain that may affect accuracy.