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The Walking Calories Equation estimates calories burned during walking based on body weight and distance walked. It provides a practical way to track energy expenditure for weight management and fitness goals.
The calculator uses the Walking Calories equation:
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Explanation: The equation calculates energy expenditure based on the metabolic cost of walking, where heavier individuals burn more calories per distance traveled.
Details: Accurate calorie estimation is crucial for weight loss planning, exercise programming, and maintaining energy balance for overall health and fitness.
Tips: Enter weight in kilograms and distance in kilometers. All values must be valid (weight > 0, distance > 0). For best results, use accurate measurements.
Q1: How accurate is this calorie calculation?
A: This provides a reasonable estimate for general walking. Actual calories burned may vary based on walking speed, terrain, and individual metabolism.
Q2: Can I use this for running or other activities?
A: No, this equation is specifically designed for walking. Running and other activities have different metabolic costs and require different calculations.
Q3: How does walking speed affect calorie burn?
A: While this equation uses distance rather than speed, faster walking typically burns more calories per minute, though the per-distance cost remains relatively constant.
Q4: Should I include warm-up and cool-down periods?
A: Yes, include all walking distance in your calculation for the most accurate estimate of total calories burned.
Q5: How can I use this for weight loss planning?
A: Combine your calculated calorie expenditure with dietary intake to create a calorie deficit for weight loss (approximately 500-1000 kcal deficit per day for 0.5-1 kg weight loss per week).