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How many calories do we burn walking?
Everything you need to know about walking
Do you know how many calories you can burn walking for 30 minutes or 1 hour? By entering your overall activity time and your weight in kilos, you can get an idea of how many calories you burn walking.
You can also consult the number of calories burned for :
Walking: A few examples of energy expenditure depending on weight and activity time.
The table below shows how many calories you can burn when you walk!
Walking
Normal intensity 5km/h
Expenditure in Kilocalories
| Weight | 15 minutes | 30 minutes | 1 hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 kg | 32 | 63 | 126 |
| 50 kg | 39 | 79 | 158 |
| 60 kg | 47 | 95 | 189 |
| 70 kg | 55 | 110 | 221 |
| 80 kg | 63 | 126 | 252 |
| 90 kg | 71 | 142 | 284 |
See detailed calculations and metabolic equivalent for walking
Everything you need to know about walking
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT WALKING
Walking is an activity that can satisfy everyone, whatever their physical condition. From the youngest to the oldest, walking is suitable for everyone!
There are several different types of walking, all of which vary considerably in terms of energy expenditure, from light and moderate to intense and fast.
The main types of walking include classic walking (everyday or strolls), fast or sport walking and Nordic walking (with poles).
Whether it’s a brisk walk, a stroll in nature or a simple stroll around town, walking offers numerous physical and mental health benefits.
Some benefits of walking:
- Improved cardiovascular fitness: Walking is an endurance activity that works the heart and lungs. It improves cardiorespiratory capacity, strengthens the cardiovascular system and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Muscular strengthening: Walking involves many of the body’s muscles, particularly those of the legs, glutes and abdominal muscles. It helps tone muscles, improve strength and muscular endurance.
- Weight control : Walking is a calorie-burning activity, which can help you lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. By combining regular walking with a balanced diet, it is possible to promote healthy body composition.
- Improved bone health: Walking is a moderate-impact exercise that stimulates bone density and strengthens bones. It can help prevent osteoporosis and maintain strong, healthy bones.
- Stimulation of blood circulation: Walking activates blood circulation throughout the body, promoting the supply of oxygen and nutrients to tissues. This can improve cardiovascular health, reduce the risk of blood clots and promote better vascular health.
- Improved mood and stress reduction: Walking outdoors or in a natural environment can have a positive effect on mood, reducing stress and promoting a sense of well-being. Physical activity releases endorphins, the happy hormones that make you feel calm and content.
- Cognitive stimulation: Regular walking is associated with improved cognitive function, including memory, attention and creativity. It also promotes mental relaxation and can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
In conclusion, walking is a simple and beneficial activity for both physical and mental health. It can be practised at any age, requires no special equipment and can be easily integrated into daily life. Whether it’s to improve fitness, relax or enjoy nature, walking is a healthy habit to adopt when looking after yourself.
How to calculate the number of calories burned walking
The result displayed is expressed in Kcal and is calculated from the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task). The MET for each activity is the result of statistical data and cannot therefore be interpreted as an exact calculation, but rather as an estimate taking into account the MET value and the ratio between the time spent on an activity and the weight of the individual.
For example: the MET value for ordinary walking is 3. This means that a person who is walking consumes 3 times more energy than at rest. This, of course, varies with the level of intensity, as we’ll see below.
MET values for different levels of walking intensity
- Light walking MET = 3
- Brisk walking MET = 4.5
- Nordic Walking MET = 5
- Olympic walking MET = 6.5
Discover the detailed formula to calculate your daily energy expenditure while walking
Consumption in Kcal per minute = (MET*3.5*Weight in kilos)/200
For a 60-kilo person taking a leisurely 30-minute walk:
Consumption in Kcal per minute = (3*3.5*60)/200 = 3.15 Kcal/mn
So for 30 minutes = 3.15*30 = 94 kcal for 30 minutes
