Enter your weight and the duration of your kickboxing session into the calculator to estimate the number of calories you have burned. This tool is useful for those who practice kickboxing and want to track their fitness progress.
Kickboxing Calories Burned Formula
The formula used to estimate the calories burned during kickboxing is based on the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) value for kickboxing and the individual’s body weight.
Calories Burned = (MET * 3.5 * Weight in kg) / 200 * Duration in minutes
Variables:
- MET is the metabolic equivalent of task, which is a standard value that quantifies the energy cost of physical activities. For kickboxing, the MET value is typically around 10.0.
- Weight is the body weight of the individual in pounds (to convert to kilograms, divide by 2.2).
- Duration is the length of the kickboxing session in minutes.
To calculate the calories burned during kickboxing, multiply the MET value by 3.5, then multiply by your weight in kilograms, divide by 200, and finally multiply by the duration of your kickboxing session in minutes.
What is Kickboxing?
Kickboxing is a high-intensity martial art and stand-up combat sport based on kicking and punching, historically developed from karate mixed with boxing. It is practiced for self-defense, general fitness, or as a contact sport. Kickboxing workouts are known for being a high-energy, full-body workout that can help improve strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility, while also burning a significant number of calories.
How to Calculate Calories Burned in Kickboxing?
The following steps outline how to calculate the calories burned during a kickboxing session.
- First, determine your weight in pounds and convert it to kilograms by dividing by 2.2.
- Next, determine the duration of your kickboxing session in minutes.
- Use the MET value for kickboxing, which is approximately 10.0.
- Apply the formula to calculate the calories burned.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Weight = 150 pounds (convert to kilograms: 150 / 2.2 = 68.18 kg)
Duration = 30 minutes
Calories Burned = (10.0 * 3.5 * 68.18) / 200 * 30 = 357.9 calories
