Exercise Bike Calorie Calculator

Estimate calories burned on stationary bikes using METs or power (watts) with detailed breakdown

 

Workout Information

If your bike displays power output
$
 

Calorie Calculation Results

Calculation Formulas

kcal_per_min = (MET × 3.5 × weight_kg) / 200 Total_kcal = kcal_per_min × duration_minutes kcal_from_watts ≈ watts × (duration_minutes / 60) × 3.6

Example (MET): 70 kg × 6.8 MET × 45 min → kcal_per_min = (6.8×3.5×70)/200 ≈ 8.33 kcal/min → Total ≈ 8.33×45 ≈ 375 kcal. Example (watts): 150 W for 45 min → hours = 0.75 → kcal ≈ 150×0.75×3.6 ≈ 405 kcal (approximation).

Calculation Method Calories/Min Total Calories Notes
Selected Estimate 0 0 Based on most accurate available data

Understanding Exercise Bike Calorie Calculations

Our exercise bike calorie calculator helps you estimate the calories burned during stationary cycling workouts. This tool is perfect for fitness enthusiasts who want to track their energy expenditure and optimize their training.

How It Works

The calculator uses two primary methods to estimate calorie burn:

MET Method (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) estimates calories based on exercise intensity:

kcal_per_min = (MET × 3.5 × weight_kg) / 200

Total_kcal = kcal_per_min × duration_minutes

Power Method (Watts) provides a physics-based estimate when power output is known:

kcal_from_watts ≈ watts × (duration_minutes / 60) × 3.6

For example, a 70 kg person doing moderate cycling (6.8 MET) for 45 minutes would burn:

kcal_per_min = (6.8 × 3.5 × 70) / 200 ≈ 8.33 kcal/min

Total = 8.33 × 45 ≈ 375 kcal

Using the power method with 150 watts for the same duration:

Hours = 45 / 60 = 0.75

kcal ≈ 150 × 0.75 × 3.6 ≈ 405 kcal

Factors That Affect Calorie Estimates

Several factors influence the accuracy of calorie calculations:

  • Exercise Intensity: Higher resistance and cadence increase calorie burn
  • Body Weight: Heavier individuals burn more calories
  • Fitness Level: More efficient athletes may burn fewer calories at the same intensity
  • Bike Calibration: Different bikes may measure power and resistance differently
  • Workout Structure: Interval training can increase calorie burn through EPOC (Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption)

This exercise bike calorie calculator provides estimates based on standard formulas. Actual calorie burn may vary based on individual metabolism, bike calibration, and workout execution. For precise training metrics, consider using a heart rate monitor or power meter.

Important Notice: Use these calculations as an informatory basis. Should not take any decision or make any legal plan based on the result of this calculation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Estimates use standard MET and power-to-energy approximations. Actual calorie burn varies by bike calibration, individual fitness, and mechanical-to-metabolic efficiency.

If the bike shows reliable average power (watts), use that for a physics-based estimate. MET is useful when power isn't available. The app provides both and compares results.

Yes — choose 'interval' mode and enter high/low durations and METs (or watts) to get a phase-by-phase breakdown and total.

Yes — the app includes CSV export and PDF report download that include chart and table.

No. This tool is informational only. For medical or exercise prescriptions consult a qualified professional.