1. What is the Swimming Calorie Formula?

The swimming calorie formula estimates calories burned during swimming based on distance swam, the MET value of the swimming activity, and the swimmer's weight. It provides a practical way to estimate energy expenditure during different swimming activities.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the swimming calorie formula:

Where:

• \( Distance \) — Distance swam in miles
• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task value
• \( Weight \) — Swimmer's weight in kilograms

Explanation: The formula accounts for the energy cost of swimming which varies by stroke and intensity (represented by MET values).

3. Importance of MET Values

Details: MET values represent the intensity of physical activities. For swimming:

• Light effort: ~4.5 MET
• Moderate freestyle: ~8 MET
• Vigorous freestyle: ~10 MET
• Butterfly: ~13.8 MET

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter distance in miles, select appropriate MET value for your swimming style, and enter 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 individual factors like swimming efficiency and water temperature can affect actual calories burned.

Q2: How do I convert pool lengths to miles?
A: A standard 25-yard pool is about 0.0142 miles per length (1 mile = 1760 yards).

Q3: What's the best MET value to use?
A: Choose based on your swimming intensity: lower for leisurely swimming, higher for vigorous workouts or competitive strokes.

Q4: Does this account for different strokes?
A: Yes, through different MET values - butterfly has higher MET than breaststroke for example.

Q5: Can I use this for other water activities?
A: Yes, with appropriate MET values for activities like water aerobics (4 MET) or water polo (10 MET).