Physical Activity
Physical Activity Calculator


min
kg
min / kg
1820
Kcal
ENERGY COST
4.8
MET VALUE
INTENSITY
Activities are defined by intensity, which is measured by METs (Metabolic Equivelants).
< 3.0 mets
<4 kcal/min
LIGHT
They are simply, light and easy to do.
3.0-6.0 mets
4-7 kcal/min
MODERATE
They slightly speed up breathing and heart rate, and cause mild sweating without exertion
>6.0 mets
>7 kcal/min
VIGOROUS
They use large muscle groups and greatly speed up breathing and heart rate, and cause profuse sweating and exertion.
MET (Metabolic Equivalent)

The ratio of the work metabolic rate to the resting metabolic rate. One MET is defined as 1 kcal/kg/hour and is roughly equivalent to the energy cost of sitting quietly. A MET also is defined as oxygen uptake in ml/kg/min with one MET equal to the oxygen cost of sitting quietly, equivalent to 3.5 ml/kg/min.

Nutrinet Tips
-Already Active? "Keep going" Not Active? "Start gradually and aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity per week"

Physical activity is a valuable ally for the improvement of cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness, bone health and reduced risk of diabetes and other non communicable diseases, depression and the list goes on!

At least 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity or at least 75 minutes per week of vigorous intensity aerobic exercise = most health benefits, promote modest weight loss, and prevent weight gain.

At least 300 minutes per week of moderate physical activity or at least 150' per week of vigorous intensity aerobic exercise = promote great weight loss in case of overweight and obesity and enhanced prevention of weight regain

Focus on consistency, duration and intensity!