How Many Calories Does Basketball Burn?
A 70 kg person burns about 228 calories in 30 minutes of Basketball; the figure rises with body weight and duration.
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How many calories does Basketball burn?
Basketball burns moderate-to-high energy through running, jumping and quick changes of direction.
In basketball the figure comes from jumping and sudden changes of direction as much as from running up and down. Half-court games involve less running than full-court, and the difference shows up in the total.
Basketball calories by weight and duration
| Weight | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | 60 min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 kg | 81 | 163 | 244 | 325 |
| 60 kg | 98 | 195 | 293 | 390 |
| 70 kg | 114 | 228 | 341 | 455 |
| 80 kg | 130 | 260 | 390 | 520 |
| 90 kg | 146 | 293 | 439 | 585 |
| 100 kg | 163 | 325 | 488 | 650 |
| 110 kg | 179 | 358 | 536 | 715 |
| 120 kg | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 |
The figures above assume a casual full-court game.
Values in the table are kilocalories (kcal), calculated as MET × weight × time; this page uses a MET value of 6.5 for Basketball. Use the calculator above for figures in between.
What changes the calories burned by Basketball?
- Half or full court: full-court play adds the run back on every possession.
- Number of players: fewer players means more touches and more running each.
- Shooting practice: a shooting session sits below the value in the table.
For informational purposes only — not medical advice. If you have symptoms or a medical condition, consult a doctor.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories does Basketball burn in one hour?
A 70 kg person burns about 455 calories in one hour (60 minutes) of Basketball. Heavier people and longer sessions burn more.
How does body weight affect calories burned by Basketball?
Calories burned rise with body weight: a 90 kg person burns about 293 calories in 30 minutes of Basketball, while a lighter person burns less in the same time.
How long does it take to burn 300 calories with Basketball?
A 70 kg person burns 300 calories in about 40 minutes of Basketball. A heavier person reaches the same figure in less time.
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