How many calories do you burn with Crossfit?

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For an individual who weighs 180 pounds, Crossfit burns an average of 480 calories per hour. However, the number of calories burned varies depending on the type and intensity of the activity, as well as the individual’s body weight.

To estimate the number of calories burned during Crossfit or other activities, you can use our Calorie Calculator tool. Simply input the details of the activity, and the calculator will provide you with an estimate of the number of calories burned.

Calories burned with Group Fitness Classes (weight: 180 lbs)

MET 15 mins. 30 mins. 45 mins. 60 mins.
Aerobics 6.6 141 283 424 566
Aqua Aerobics 3.2 69 137 206 274
Bootcamp 10.1 216 433 649 866
Circuit training 7.2 154 309 463 617
Crossfit 5.6 120 240 360 480
Crosstrainer 5.8 124 249 373 497
Pilates 3.7 79 159 238 317
Spinning 8.9 191 381 572 763
Step Aerobic 6.6 141 283 424 566
Tai Chi 3.3 71 141 212 283
Zumba 8.8 189 377 566 754

How to calculate calories burned during a Crossfit session?

To estimate the calorie burn for Crossfit , we utilize the MET value (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) associated with the activity.

Crossfit has a MET value of 5.6, which is used to estimate the amount of calories burned during the activity.

We calculate the calories burned by multiplying the MET value with the individual’s body weight in kilograms, then multiplying the result by 0.0175 and the duration of the activity performed in minutes.

For example:

  • Your body weighs: 180 lbs
  • Durition: 60 minutes
  • MET value of Crossfit: 5.6

The following is an example of how to estimate the number of calories burned during a 60-minute Crossfit session:
(180 / 2.20462) * 5.6 * 0.0175 * 60 minutes = 480

What is MET?

MET stands for Metabolic Equivalent of Task, and it is a unit used to measure the amount of energy expended during physical activity. The MET value of an activity is calculated by comparing the rate of energy expended during that activity to the rate of energy expended while at rest. Essentially, the MET value is the ratio of the working metabolic rate to the resting metabolic rate. We use the MET value to estimate the amount of energy expended and, therefore, the number of calories burned during an activity like Crossfit.

METs are a measure of energy expenditure during physical activity, and understanding them requires knowledge of how the body uses energy. The energy required for movement is generated by the cells in our muscles, which use oxygen. One MET is equivalent to 3.5 milliliters of oxygen consumed per kilogram of body weight per minute. Energy expenditure during physical activity can vary among individuals based on factors such as age and fitness level. MET values can be helpful in designing an exercise plan or assessing the effectiveness of a workout routine for most healthy adults.

Note: It’s important to note that while METs are useful for estimating the energy expenditure of physical activities, they cannot accurately account for individual differences such as weight, age, gender, intensity of movement, and environmental factors. Therefore, even when performing the same activity, the energy expenditure will vary from person to person.

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