Enter your weight and the duration of the exercise into the calculator to estimate the number of calories burned while doing Russian Twists.

Russian Twist Calories Burned Formula

The formula to estimate the calories burned during Russian Twists is:

Calories Burned = (MET * Weight in kg * 3.5 / 200) * Duration in minutes

Variables:

  • MET is the Metabolic Equivalent of Task, which is a unit that estimates the energy used by the body during physical activity, compared to resting metabolism. For Russian Twists, the MET value is approximately 5.0.
  • Weight is the body weight in kilograms (to convert from pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.20462).
  • Duration is the time spent performing the exercise in minutes.

To calculate the calories burned, first convert the weight from pounds to kilograms, then multiply the MET value by the weight in kilograms and by 3.5, divide by 200, and finally multiply by the duration in minutes.

What is the Russian Twist Exercise?

The Russian Twist is a popular core exercise that targets the abdominal muscles, obliques, and lower back. It involves sitting on the floor with knees bent, leaning back slightly, and twisting the torso from side to side, often while holding a weight. This exercise is beneficial for improving core strength and stability.

How to Calculate Calories Burned Doing Russian Twists?

Follow these steps to calculate the calories burned during Russian Twists:

  1. Enter your weight in pounds.
  2. Enter the duration of the exercise in minutes.
  3. Use the formula provided above to calculate the calories burned.
  4. Click the “Calculate” button to get the result.
  5. Use the “Reset” button to clear all fields and perform a new calculation.

Example Problem:

Let’s say a person weighing 150 pounds performs Russian Twists for 10 minutes. Here’s how to calculate the calories burned:

Weight in pounds: 150

Duration in minutes: 10

First, convert the weight to kilograms: 150 / 2.20462 = 68.04 kg

Then, use the formula: (5.0 * 68.04 * 3.5 / 200) * 10 = 59.53 calories burned (rounded to two decimal places).