How Many Calories Does Tennis Burn?

A 155-pound person burns about 257 calories in 30 minutes and approximately 513 calories in one hour of playing tennis. The activity has a MET value of about 7.3. Calories burned increase with body weight, duration, and intensity.

The number of calories burned while playing tennis is influenced by factors such as METs, body weight, duration of play, and intensity of the game. Higher MET values indicate more calories burned per minute.

Calories Burned From Tennis by Weight and Time

The following table outlines the calories burned based on different body weights and durations of tennis play.

Body weight	15 min	30 min	45 min	60 min
125 lb (57 kg)	103	207	310	414
155 lb (70 kg)	128	257	385	513
185 lb (84 kg)	153	306	459	613
215 lb (98 kg)	178	356	534	712

A heavier body and a longer session both burn more. Intensity matters too: the values above use 7.3 METs (general singles).

Calories by Intensity

How hard you go changes the burn. The table below shows the MET value for each intensity and the calories a 155-pound person burns in 30 minutes.

Intensity	METs	Calories (30 min, 155 lb)
Doubles	6.0	211
Singles	8.0	281

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Sources and Method

MET (metabolic equivalent) values are from the 2011 Compendium of Physical Activities (Ainsworth et al.), the standard reference for the energy cost of physical activity. Calories are estimated with the equation calories = METs x body weight in kilograms x duration in hours, where one MET is the energy used sitting quietly. Tennis at general singles is rated at 7.3 METs. Real burn varies with fitness, technique, terrain, and effort, so treat these as close estimates, not exact counts. This is educational and not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many calories does playing tennis burn in 30 minutes?

Playing tennis for 30 minutes burns approximately 257 calories for a 155-pound person. This value can vary based on body weight and intensity of play.

How many calories does playing tennis burn in an hour?

In one hour of playing tennis, a 155-pound person burns about 513 calories. The calorie burn can differ for individuals based on their weight and the intensity of their game.

Is playing tennis good for weight loss?

Playing tennis can be beneficial for weight loss, as it burns a significant number of calories. The actual weight loss will depend on individual factors such as diet and overall activity level.

How accurate are these tennis calorie estimates?

These tennis calorie estimates are based on the MET value of 7.3 and can provide a general guideline. Individual results may vary based on personal factors such as metabolism and fitness level.

Key Takeaways

• A 155-pound person burns about 257 calories in 30 minutes of tennis.
• Playing tennis for one hour can burn approximately 513 calories for a 155-pound individual.
• Calorie burn increases with body weight, duration, and intensity of play.
• The MET value for tennis singles is around 7.3.