Fitness & Health

Running Calories by Pace (MET)

Estimates the calories you burn on a run using the MET method, with six pace presets from an easy jog to race pace. Enter your weight, duration, and pace to get the kcal.

How to use
  1. Enter your body weight.
  2. Set how long you ran.
  3. Pick a pace preset from easy jog to race pace.
Session
Calories burned
218 kcal

Steady run for 30 min

Distance covered
4.83 km
Intensity (MET)
8.3
Cost per km
45 kcal/km
Estimates for general wellness, not medical advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian before acting on health figures.
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How it's calculated

kcal = MET × weight(kg) × time(hours)

MET = metabolic equivalent for the pace (steady run ≈ 8.3), weight in kilograms, time in hours. Distance = pace speed × hours.

Common questions

Does faster running burn more calories per minute?

Yes, a faster pace carries a higher MET value, so you burn more per minute, though a slower run over more time can match the total.

Why does weight matter for running calories?

Heavier runners move more mass each step, so for the same pace and time they burn more calories.

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