Cycling is a great way to stay fit and burn calories, offering cardiovascular benefits and muscle toning. Use our Cycling to Calories Burned Calculator below to personalize your calorie burn estimate. Fill in your weight and ride details to find out!
Cycling to Calories Burned Calculator
Calories burned based on weight:
- 125 lbs (56.7 kg): 210–240 calories
- 155 lbs (70.3 kg): 260–298 calories
- 185 lbs (83.9 kg): 311–355 calories
How can I maximize calorie burn while cycling?
To maximize calorie burn while cycling, you should try increase intensity with interval training, alternate between sprints and moderate cycling to elevate your heart rate. You can ride on hills or uneven terrain to engage more muscles, and adjust resistance to challenge yourself further. Keep your core engaged for better stability, and use your arms during sprints or climbs to activate more muscle groups. The last one, aim for longer rides at a moderate pace and fuel up with the right nutrition before and after to maintain energy and recovery.
FAQs
How many calories does cycling for 1 minute burn?
About 3.5–6 calories, depending on weight.
How many calories do you burn cycling for 30 minutes?
Around 210–355 calories, based on intensity and weight.
How far do you need to cycle to burn 100 calories?
Typically, 2–3 miles at a moderate pace.
How many calories can you burn cycling 10 kilometers?
Approximately 200–300 calories, depending on weight and speed.
How many calories do you burn cycling every day?
This varies but can range from 200–500+ calories for regular rides.
