Calories Burned Tennis
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About tennis
Tennis is stop-start rather than steady, which is why the Compendium rates a general game at 6.8 METs and singles at 8.0: the difference is how much court you cover between points. A moderate hour burns about 478 calories for a 155 lb player. The 2024 edition revised the general figure down from the 7.3 that most calculators still quote, so if the number here looks low against another site, that is why.
Calories Burned by Body Weight
Calories burned per 30 minutes of tennis at moderate intensity (MET 6.8)
| Body Weight | Calories Burned |
|---|---|
| 120 lbs (54 kg) | 185 cal |
| 140 lbs (64 kg) | 216 cal |
| 155 lbs (70 kg)Reference | 239 cal |
| 170 lbs (77 kg) | 262 cal |
| 185 lbs (84 kg) | 285 cal |
| 200 lbs (91 kg) | 308 cal |
| 220 lbs (100 kg) | 339 cal |
Calories Burned by Duration
Calories burned at 155 lbs body weight, moderate intensity
| Duration | Calories Burned |
|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 120 cal |
| 30 minutesReference | 239 cal |
| 45 minutes | 359 cal |
| 60 minutes | 478 cal |
| 90 minutes | 717 cal |
Calories by Intensity
Different intensities burn different calories. MET (Metabolic Equivalent) measures exercise intensity.
Food Equivalent
30 minutes of tennis burns enough calories to offset:
Based on 239 calories burned (30 min at 155 lbs)
Tips for Tennis
- Focus on footwork, good positioning saves energy
- Stretch thoroughly before and after play
- Stay hydrated during long matches
- Use proper grip technique to prevent tennis elbow
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