Physiotherapy
METs & Caloric Energy Expenditure Calculator
Calculates Metabolic Equivalents (METs), total calories burned (kcal), and oxygen consumption (VO₂).
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Parameters
METs & Caloric Energy Expenditure Calculator Result
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Formula
Energy (kcal) = METs × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours)
Rate (kcal/min) = (METs × 3.5 × Weight (kg)) / 200
1 MET = 3.5 mL O₂ / kg / min = 1 kcal / kg / hourClinical Pearls
Translates functional exercise capacity and daily physical activities into standardized metabolic work units for weight management and cardiopulmonary fitness.
Limitations
Calculations assume standard baseline metabolic efficiency (3.5 mL O2/kg/min); actual individual baseline may vary with age, adiposity, and fitness.