Cooking Calorie Calculator

Calculate calories burned during cooking

Calories Burned by Duration (70kg / 154lbs)

DurationCalories
15 minutes 35 kcal
30 minutes 70 kcal
45 minutes 105 kcal
60 minutes 140 kcal
90 minutes 210 kcal
120 minutes 280 kcal

Calories Burned by Weight (30 minutes)

WeightCalories
55 kg (121 lbs) 55 kcal
65 kg (143 lbs) 65 kcal
75 kg (165 lbs) 75 kcal
85 kg (187 lbs) 85 kcal
95 kg (209 lbs) 95 kcal
110 kg (243 lbs) 110 kcal

About Cooking

Cooking is an everyday activity that contributes to your total daily energy expenditure. With a MET value of 2.0, regular daily activities add up significantly over the course of a day and week.

Calorie Impact

  • Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) accounts for a significant portion of daily calorie burn
  • Active daily routines can burn 200-500 extra calories per day compared to sedentary behavior
  • Small increases in daily movement compound into meaningful fitness improvements

Maximizing Daily Movement

Look for opportunities to be more active throughout the day. Take stairs instead of elevators, walk or bike for short errands, and break up long periods of sitting with movement breaks. Every bit of activity counts toward your health goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

At a MET value of 2.0, a 70 kg (154 lb) person burns approximately 140 calories per hour. Your actual burn depends on body weight, intensity, and duration.
Yes, beginners can start at a lower intensity and gradually increase as fitness improves. Start with shorter sessions and focus on proper form and technique.
2-4 sessions per week is a good target for most people. Adjust based on your overall fitness program, recovery needs, and personal goals.

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