1. What is the Walking Calorie Equation?

The walking calorie equation estimates calories burned during walking based on MET value (metabolic equivalent) and body weight. It provides a simple way to calculate energy expenditure during walking activities.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the walking calorie equation:

Where:

• \( MET \) — Metabolic Equivalent of Task (3.5 for moderate walking)
• \( Weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• 6.2 — Conversion factor for 10k steps

Explanation: The equation accounts for the intensity of activity (MET) and body size to estimate energy expenditure.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Knowing calories burned during walking helps with weight management, fitness tracking, and exercise planning.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your weight in kg and select appropriate MET value (3.5 for moderate walking, higher for brisk walking). All values must be valid (MET > 0, weight > 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is MET value?
A: MET stands for Metabolic Equivalent of Task, representing the energy cost of physical activities. 1 MET = energy at rest.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual variations exist based on fitness level, terrain, and walking efficiency.

Q3: What MET value should I use for walking?
A: Typically 3.5 for moderate walking (2.5-3 mph), 4.3 for brisk walking (3.5-4 mph), and 5.0 for very brisk walking.

Q4: Does walking speed affect calories burned?
A: Yes, faster walking increases MET value and thus calories burned per minute, though you cover distance faster.

Q5: Can I use this for other step counts?
A: The 6.2 factor is for 10k steps. Adjust accordingly for different step counts (e.g., 3.1 for 5k steps).