Elliptical Calorie
Calculate calories burned on the elliptical. MET 5–8, resistance, incline, Interval Builder. 70–85% of treadmill, 50% less joint stress. ACSM, Compendium.
Preset Scenarios
Interval Builder — Custom Resistance Intervals
$ Total Calories: 243 calPer minute: 8.1 cal | Equivalent run: ~2.5 mi
HR estimate: ~94 bpm
Screenshot summary: Total calories, per-minute rate, equivalent miles, HR estimate. Share your elliptical burn on social.
For educational and informational purposes only. Verify with a qualified professional.
Answer Capsule: Elliptical MET ~5.0 (light) to 8.0+ (vigorous). Burns 70–85% of treadmill calories. Low-impact reduces joint stress by ~50%. Resistance level significantly affects burn. Typical 400–600 cal/hr.
📋 Key Takeaways
- • MET = 5.0 + (resistance-5)×0.3 + incline×0.2
- • Calories = MET × weight_kg × duration_hours
- • Elliptical burns 70–85% of treadmill calories
- • Low-impact: ~50% less joint stress vs running
💡 Did You Know?
📖 How It Works
🎯 Expert Tips
Vary resistance
Intervals boost burn vs steady-state.
Use incline
Incline adds challenge and calories.
Joint-friendly
Ideal for recovery and cross-training.
30 min target
~250–400 cal for 155 lb at moderate effort.
📊 Comparison Table
| Intensity | MET | 30 min (155 lb) |
|---|---|---|
| Light (R5) | 5.0 | ~175 cal |
| Moderate (R8) | 5.9 | ~205 cal |
| Vigorous (R12) | 7.1 | ~248 cal |
| High (R15) | 8.0 | ~280 cal |
📈 Infographic Stats
📚 Official Sources
⚠️ Disclaimer: Calorie estimates use MET values. Individual burn varies with fitness, form, and machine calibration. Not medical advice.