🏃 Elliptical Calorie Calculator
Estimate calories burned during an elliptical trainer workout based on your body weight, session length, and intensity level.
How This Calculator Works
Elliptical trainer workouts are estimated using MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values, the standard method exercise scientists use to classify the energy cost of physical activities. Light elliptical use has a MET of about 5, moderate use about 7, and vigorous, resistance-heavy sessions about 9.
The Formula
Calories Burned = MET × 3.5 × Body Weight (kg) / 200 × Duration (minutes). This is the standard compendium-of-activities formula for converting MET values and body weight into estimated calories burned over time.
Notes on Accuracy
Actual calorie burn depends on resistance level, incline, stride rate, and individual fitness, so treat this figure as a general estimate for workout planning rather than a precise measurement.