1. What is the Women Sitting Calories Formula?

The Women Sitting Calories Formula estimates calories burned while sitting based on weight and time. It uses a metabolic equivalent (MET) value of 1.3 which represents the energy expenditure of sitting quietly.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following equation:

Where:

• \( 1.3 \) — MET value for sitting (kcal/kg/hour)
• \( weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( time \) — Duration in minutes

Explanation: The formula converts the MET value to calories burned by multiplying by weight and time (converted to hours).

3. Importance of Calories Calculation

Details: Estimating calories burned helps with weight management, understanding energy expenditure, and planning physical activity levels.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter weight in kilograms and time in minutes. All values must be valid (weight > 0, time > 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use 1.3 as the MET value?
A: 1.3 is the standard MET value for sitting quietly, as established by exercise physiology research.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a reasonable estimate but individual variations in metabolism can affect actual calories burned.

Q3: Does this include basal metabolic rate?
A: No, this calculation only estimates the additional calories burned from sitting beyond your basal metabolic rate.

Q4: Can men use this calculator?
A: While designed for women, men can get a rough estimate though their calorie burn might be slightly higher.

Q5: What if I'm fidgeting while sitting?
A: Fidgeting can increase calorie burn by 20-50%, so the actual calories burned might be higher than calculated.