Calories Burned Equation:
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The calculation estimates calories burned while washing a car, based on time spent on the activity. Washing a car is considered moderate physical activity that can contribute to your daily calorie expenditure.
The calculator uses the equation:
Where:
Explanation: The equation converts your activity time from minutes to hours and multiplies by the calorie burn rate for this activity.
Details: Tracking calories burned through daily activities helps with weight management and fitness goals. It provides insight into your overall energy expenditure beyond formal exercise.
Tips: Enter the time spent washing your car in minutes. The value must be positive (minimum 1 minute).
Q1: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This provides an estimate. Actual calories burned depend on intensity, body weight, and individual metabolism.
Q2: Does this include drying and waxing the car?
A: The 200 calories/hour estimate includes typical washing activities. More vigorous cleaning may burn more calories.
Q3: How does weight affect calorie burn?
A: Heavier individuals typically burn more calories for the same activity. This calculation uses an average weight estimate.
Q4: Can I use this for other household activities?
A: No, this is specific to car washing. Different activities have different MET (metabolic equivalent) values.
Q5: How does this compare to formal exercise?
A: Washing a car burns about half the calories of jogging, but contributes to your overall daily activity level.