30 Minute Pickleball Calories Calculator
Calculate calories burned in a 30 minute pickleball session. Quick game or warm-up calorie estimation.
15-30 min
45-60 min
90+ min
Singles typically burns more calories due to greater court coverage
MET values based on ACE research and exercise science studies
30 Minute Pickleball Calculation
30 Minute Pickleball Calorie Calculation
A 30-minute pickleball session burns roughly 150 to 300 calories for most players, depending on body weight and whether the game is casual doubles or intense singles. This duration is perfect for a quick workout during lunch breaks or warm-up sessions.
Calorie Burn by Weight (30 Minutes)
| Body Weight | Light (4.5 MET) | Moderate (5.5 MET) | Vigorous (6.5 MET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 kg (132 lbs) | 142 kcal | 173 kcal | 205 kcal |
| 70 kg (154 lbs) | 165 kcal | 202 kcal | 239 kcal |
| 80 kg (176 lbs) | 189 kcal | 231 kcal | 273 kcal |
| 90 kg (198 lbs) | 213 kcal | 260 kcal | 307 kcal |
Calculation Method
The calculation uses the standard MET formula:
Calories = MET × 3.5 × Weight (kg) ÷ 200 × 30 minutes
What You Can Achieve in 30 Minutes
- Quick cardiovascular workout during a lunch break
- Warm-up before a longer session
- Active recovery day exercise
- Introduction to pickleball for beginners
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