MET Calculator
Estimate calories, calories per minute and MET-hours from MET value, body weight and activity duration.
Enter or adjust the values above, then calculate.
MET: calories Burned from MET, Weight & Time
Estimate calories, calories per minute and MET-hours from MET value, body weight and activity duration.
Inputs this tool uses
- MET value
- Weight
- Duration
What you get
MET-based activity energy estimate.
How to use the MET Calculator
- Enter met value, weight, duration.
- Select any method, activity level or option shown on this page, then choose Calculate.
- Read the main result together with the supporting values, method, assumptions and limitations below before using the estimate.
How this calculation works
Activity calories use the standard MET energy equation: MET × 3.5 × body weight (kg) / 200 × minutes.
Example calculation
The sample values loaded into the calculator produce 237 kcal. This example exists to show how the output is structured; replace the sample values with your own inputs for your calculation.
Assumptions and limitations
- Energy, fitness and heart-rate outputs are estimates and vary by individual and device.
- Stop exercise and seek appropriate care if you have concerning symptoms; this tool does not provide medical clearance.
Sources and review status
Source set last verified 2026-09-25. No clinician review is claimed unless a real named reviewer is displayed.
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