Calories Burned
Calories Burned Sprinting
All-out sprints are the most intense running effort, recruiting fast-twitch fibres and producing a powerful afterburn effect.
Calculate Your Burn
Estimated Calories Burned
490
kcal in 30 min of sprinting
Pro Tip
Limit sprint sessions to 1-2 per week with full recovery to prevent overtraining.
Quick Reference: Sprinting Calories by Duration
| Duration | 60 kg | 70 kg | 80 kg | 90 kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 210 kcal | 245 kcal | 280 kcal | 315 kcal |
| 30 min | 420 kcal | 490 kcal | 560 kcal | 630 kcal |
| 45 min | 630 kcal | 735 kcal | 840 kcal | 945 kcal |
| 60 min | 840 kcal | 980 kcal | 1120 kcal | 1260 kcal |
| 90 min | 1260 kcal | 1470 kcal | 1680 kcal | 1890 kcal |
How We Calculate
We use the MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula, the standard method used by exercise physiologists. Sprinting has a MET value of 14.
Formula: Calories = MET × weight (kg) × duration (hours)
This provides an estimate. Actual calories burned vary based on fitness level, intensity, age, and environmental conditions.
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