1. What is the Walking Calorie Calculator?

The Walking Calorie Calculator estimates the number of calories burned during walking based on the duration of activity, MET value, and body weight. It's particularly useful for UK users who measure weight in pounds but use the metric system for calculations.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following equation:

Where:

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

Explanation: The equation accounts for the energy expenditure based on activity duration, intensity (MET), and body weight.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie estimation helps in weight management, fitness planning, and understanding energy expenditure during physical activities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter time in hours, select appropriate MET value for your walking intensity, and weight in kilograms. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are typical MET values for walking?
A: MET values range from 2.5 for slow walking to 5.0 for brisk walking uphill.

Q2: Should I use pounds or kilograms for weight?
A: The calculator uses kilograms. To convert pounds to kg: weight in pounds ÷ 2.205.

Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate but individual factors like fitness level and terrain can affect actual calories burned.

Q4: Can I use this for other activities?
A: Yes, with the appropriate MET value for the activity (running, cycling, etc.).

Q5: Why divide by 200 in the formula?
A: This converts the result to kilocalories (kcal) from the original formula that calculates in calories.