Calculate calories burned crocheting from your time and body weight at a relaxed or active pace, or find how long to crochet to burn a calorie goal.
Crochet Calories Burned Formula
Variables:
- CC = calories burned crocheting
- BW = body weight in pounds
- T = crochet time in minutes
- F = crochet factor: 0.0098 for relaxed (1.3 MET) or 0.0136 for active (1.8 MET)
Relaxed (1.3 MET, the same as knitting or sewing) is the default. Choose active (1.8 MET, like light seated crafts) for a session with more movement and fewer pauses.
Crochet Calories Burned Per Hour
| Body Weight | Relaxed | Active |
|---|---|---|
| 120 lbs | 71 kcal/hr | 98 kcal/hr |
| 150 lbs | 88 kcal/hr | 122 kcal/hr |
| 180 lbs | 106 kcal/hr | 147 kcal/hr |
| 210 lbs | 124 kcal/hr | 171 kcal/hr |
How to Calculate Crochet Calories Burned
- Enter your crochet time in minutes.
- Enter your body weight in pounds.
- Choose a relaxed (default) or active crochet pace, or enter a custom MET.
- Multiply body weight by time by the crochet factor.
Example
If crochet time is 120 minutes and body weight is 146 lbs, the relaxed calculation is:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does crocheting burn per hour?
At a relaxed pace, a 120 lb person burns about 71 calories per hour, a 150 lb person about 88, a 180 lb person about 106, and a 210 lb person about 124.
Does standing while crocheting change calories burned?
Yes. Standing, moving around your work area, and using larger arm motions push the session closer to the active setting.
What changes the result the most?
Time and body weight have the biggest effect. If session style stays the same, doubling your crochet time roughly doubles the calories burned.
When should I use the advanced tab?
Relaxed is the default. Choose active for a busier session, or Custom MET if you have your own intensity value.
