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How Many Push Ups to Burn 150 Calories?
Find out how many push ups are needed to burn 150 calories. Body weight variations and practical workout strategies included.
To burn 150 calories with push ups, you need to do approximately 375 to 600 push ups, depending on your body weight and rep speed.
This ambitious goal requires planning and dedication.
Push Ups Needed by Body Weight
| Body Weight | Push Ups for 150 Calories |
|---|---|
| 120 lb (54 kg) | 600 push ups |
| 150 lb (68 kg) | 500 push ups |
| 180 lb (82 kg) | 417 push ups |
| 200 lb (91 kg) | 375 push ups |
| 220 lb (100 kg) | 341 push ups |
The Formula
Push Ups Needed = Target Calories ÷ Calories per Push Up
150 ÷ 0.3 = 500 push ups
Time to Burn 150 Calories
| Pace | Push Ups | Time Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Slow (10/min) | 500 | 50 minutes |
| Moderate (20/min) | 500 | 25 minutes |
| Fast (30/min) | 500 | 16.7 minutes |
Practical Approach
500 push ups works best when split:
- 10 sets of 50 throughout the day
- 5 sessions of 100 push ups
- Morning/Evening split: 250 each
Calculate Your Exact Numbers
Use our Push Up Calorie Calculator for personalized results.
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