Use this tool to find out how much energy you burn during your favourite activities.
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Balancing the energy you’re taking in with the energy you’re using can help with reaching or maintaining a healthy weight.
Find out how much energy you’re burning with different kinds of activities. The amount of energy you use depends on what activity you’re doing, how intense the activity is, how long you do it for, and your weight.
Please note results are only a guide, as the energy you actually burn may vary depending on other factors such as age, gender, and how you move.
*One ‘uppercase C’ Calorie is actually a kilocalorie (1000 ‘lower case c’ calories), and equals 4 kilojoules (rounded to the nearest whole number).
This tool has been reviewed by Bupa health professionals and is based on reputable sources of scientific evidence. It is not diagnostic and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical or other health professional advice. Consult your doctor if you have questions.
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