1. What is MET?

MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) is a unit that estimates the amount of energy used by the body during physical activity, compared to resting metabolism. One MET is defined as the energy cost of sitting quietly.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard calorie expenditure formula:

Where:

• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task
• \( weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( time \) — Duration of activity in hours

Explanation: The formula calculates total calories burned by multiplying the intensity of the activity (MET) by your weight and the duration of the activity.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Knowing calories burned during exercise helps with weight management, fitness planning, and understanding the energy cost of different activities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter MET value (see common values below), your weight in kg, and exercise duration in hours. All values must be positive numbers.

Common MET Values for Treadmill Incline:

• Walking 3.5 mph, 0% incline: 3.5 MET
• Walking 3.5 mph, 5% incline: 5.3 MET
• Running 5 mph, 0% incline: 8 MET
• Running 5 mph, 5% incline: 10 MET

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual variations in metabolism can affect actual calories burned.

Q2: Should I include warm-up and cool-down periods?
A: Yes, include all active time at the specified intensity level.

Q3: Does this account for afterburn effect?
A: No, the calculation only estimates calories burned during the activity itself.

Q4: How does incline affect calorie burn?
A: Higher inclines significantly increase MET values and thus calorie expenditure.

Q5: Can I use pounds instead of kilograms?
A: The formula requires weight in kg (1 kg = 2.2 lbs).