Calories burned crossfit
CrossFit combines weight lifting, gymnastics, and metabolic conditioning into intense workouts. Calorie burn high during workout plus EPOC afterward.
Light
463
kcal/hr
Moderate
617
kcal/hr
Vigorous
925
kcal/hr
For a 170 lb adult.
Calculator
MET-based formula. Adjust weight and duration.
Calories burned
617 kcal
170 lb · 60 min · moderate
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What it is
Constantly varied functional movements at high intensity. Workouts (WODs) typically 8-25 minutes of work plus warmup/cooldown.
What changes the burn
- WOD structure — AMRAP, EMOM, for-time
- Movement selection — heavy lifts vs gymnastic
- Effort percentage during workout
FAQ
Is CrossFit good for weight loss?
Excellent — high calorie burn, builds muscle, structured class format aids consistency. Form and load management matter for injury prevention.
How calories burned is calculated
kcal = MET × kg × h
CrossFit · MET 8 · ≈ 617 kcal/hr · 77 kg · moderate
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