1. What is the Calories Burned Biking Formula?

The calories burned biking formula estimates energy expenditure during cycling based on duration, intensity (MET value), and body weight. It provides a scientific way to calculate calorie burn for different cycling activities.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( T \) — Time in hours
• \( MET \) — Metabolic equivalent of task
• \( W \) — Weight in kilograms
• 3.5 — Oxygen consumption at rest (mL/kg/min)
• 200 — Conversion factor to kcal

Explanation: The formula converts MET values (which represent exercise intensity) into actual calories burned based on duration and body weight.

3. Importance of MET Values

Details: MET values vary by cycling type:

• Leisure biking (5.5 MET)
• Moderate effort (8.0 MET)
• Vigorous effort (10.0 MET)
• Racing (12.0+ MET)

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter time in hours (1.5 for 1 hour 30 minutes), select appropriate MET value for your activity level, and your weight in kg. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but actual calorie burn may vary ±20% based on individual metabolism and cycling conditions.

Q2: What's a good MET value for regular biking?
A: For casual biking, use 5-7 MET. For moderate exercise, use 7-9 MET. For intense cycling, use 10+ MET.

Q3: Does this account for hills or resistance?
A: No, you should use higher MET values for hilly terrain or resistance cycling.

Q4: How does weight affect calorie burn?
A: Heavier individuals burn more calories for the same activity because they're moving more mass.

Q5: Can I use this for stationary bikes?
A: Yes, but adjust MET values based on resistance level (typically 5-10 MET for stationary biking).