How many calories does skateboarding burn
An hour of skateboarding burns about 370 kcal if you weigh around 70 kg.
That's about
These numbers are for an adult of about 70 kg. A heavier skater burns more, a lighter one a little less.
Half an hour at the park is about 185 kcal and an hour about 370. That counts all the standing around watching your mates try the same trick ten times.
Cruising on a longboard burns more, about 610 an hour at around 16 km/h, because you keep pushing the whole way. Every kick is a little squat on one leg.
Tips
- 1Skate to the shop or the station instead of taking the bus.
- 2Pick a longer route home with a few gentle hills.
- 3Learn one new trick a week, you will stay out longer trying it.
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skateboarding 1 hour
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Questions
How many calories does 30 minutes of skateboarding burn?
About 185 kcal for someone of 70 kg.
Does longboarding burn more than skateboarding?
Usually, because you push the whole way. An hour at about 16 km/h is about 610 kcal, against 370 for an hour at the park.
How do I log skateboarding in Caltype?
Type "skateboarding 1 hour" and the calories are added back to your day.
