How many calories does basketball burn
An hour of basketball burns about 480 kcal if you weigh around 70 kg.
60 minutes, a pickup game
kcal burned
60 minutes, a pickup game480 kcal
That's about
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This number is for an adult of about 70 kg. A heavier person burns more, a lighter one a bit less.
An hour is about 480 kcal, so half an hour on the court is about 240. That's a proper game with running back and forth, not just shooting hoops.
All the sprinting, stopping and jumping makes it harder than it looks. You'll feel it in your legs the next day.
Tips
- 1Find a weekly pickup game at your local sports hall or park court.
- 2Shoot around for ten minutes before you play, it all counts.
- 3Play full court when you can, half court has a lot more standing.
Just type it
basketball 1 hour
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Questions
How many calories does 30 minutes of basketball burn?
About 240 kcal for someone of 70 kg.
Does shooting hoops on my own count?
Yes, but it burns less than a game, because you stand still a lot more.
How do I log basketball in Caltype?
Type "basketball 1 hour" and the calories are added back to your day.
