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What is Calories Burned Swimming Calculator and How Does It Work?
Calories Burned Swimming Calculator estimates swim energy cost using stroke, pace, distance, body weight, and duration with MET values. The swimming calorie calculator supports training and weight goals.
Formula
Calories = MET × Weight(kg) × Hours with MET by stroke: easy freestyle 6.0, moderate 8.3, vigorous 10.0; breaststroke 10.3; butterfly 13.8; backstroke 9.5; treading water 3–6.
Inputs
- Stroke type
- Pace or effort
- Duration or distance
- Body weight
- Water type (pool/open water)
How to Use
- Select stroke and effort
- Enter distance or time
- Provide weight
- Calculate
Results
Calories per session, per 100 m/yd, and per hour with fueling advice.
Reference Table (70 kg)
| Stroke | Effort | MET | kcal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freestyle | Easy | 6.0 | 420 |
| Freestyle | Moderate | 8.3 | 581 |
| Freestyle | Vigorous | 10.0 | 700 |
| Breaststroke | Vigorous | 10.3 | 721 |
| Butterfly | Vigorous | 13.8 | 966 |
| Backstroke | Moderate | 9.5 | 665 |
Factors
- Technique and drag
- Water temperature
- Wetsuit use
- Pool vs open water
FAQs
Is pace or stroke more important?
Both; stroke changes MET baseline, pace changes intensity.
Why do wearables differ?
Algorithms vary; enter accurate body metrics and stroke.
Conclusion
The swimming calorie calculator helps tailor training load and nutrition for swimmers.