Elliptical Calories Burned Per Hour Calculator

Calculate your hourly calorie burn rate on the elliptical. Useful for planning workouts and weight loss goals.

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Elliptical Calories Per Hour

Elliptical Calories Burned Per Hour

Elliptical training burns approximately 265 to 630 calories per hour depending on your weight and whether you choose moderate or vigorous intensity.

Understanding your hourly calorie burn rate helps you plan workouts effectively and set realistic weight loss goals. The elliptical provides a substantial calorie burn while remaining low impact, making it suitable for extended training sessions.

Hourly Calorie Burn by Weight

Body Weight Moderate (5.3 MET) Vigorous (9.0 MET)
60 kg (132 lbs) 318 kcal/hr 540 kcal/hr
70 kg (154 lbs) 371 kcal/hr 630 kcal/hr
80 kg (176 lbs) 424 kcal/hr 720 kcal/hr
90 kg (198 lbs) 477 kcal/hr 810 kcal/hr

Comparing Hourly Burn Rates

The elliptical offers competitive calorie burn compared to other cardio options while providing joint protection. Here is how it compares for a 70 kg person at moderate intensity:

Activity Calories Per Hour
Elliptical (moderate) 371 kcal
Elliptical (vigorous) 630 kcal
Jogging 5 mph 490 kcal
Cycling moderate 420 kcal

Weight Loss Calculations

One pound of body fat equals approximately 3,500 calories. At moderate intensity, a 70 kg person would need about 9 to 10 hours of elliptical training to burn one pound of fat, not accounting for dietary factors.

Note: Use our main Elliptical Calorie Calculator for customized results based on your exact weight and intensity level.

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