Ski Machine Calories Burned Calculator

Calculate calories burned on gym ski machines and ski ergometers like SkiErg. Year-round ski training option.

By Jonas Lindemann · Updated · How we build our calculators

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MET: 6.8 for moderate ski machine (gym)

Your Results

239kcal

Total Calories Burned

478kcal/hr

Calories per Hour

6.8MET

Metabolic Equivalent

12.0%

of 2000 kcal Diet

Summary

A 30-minute ski machine (gym) session at moderate intensity burns approximately 239 calories for a 70 kg person.

Note: Actual calorie burn varies based on terrain, technique, elevation changes, and individual fitness level. Downhill skiing includes rest periods on lifts. These estimates use validated MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

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Ski Machine Calculation

Ski Machine Calories Burned Calculator

A 30-minute ski machine session burns approximately 170 to 270 calories depending on body weight and intensity.

Gym ski machines, including ski ergometers and air-ski trainers like the Concept2 SkiErg, provide an excellent upper-body and cardio workout. These machines are popular with athletes for cross-training and are especially effective for building ski-specific fitness year-round.

Ski Machine MET Values

  • Light intensity (5.5 MET): Easy pace, technique focus, recovery session
  • Moderate intensity (6.8 MET): Steady aerobic workout, sustainable pace
  • Vigorous intensity (9.0 MET): High effort, interval training, race simulation

Calories Burned on Ski Machine by Weight

Weight 15 min 30 min 45 min 60 min
60 kg (132 lbs) 102 kcal 204 kcal 306 kcal 408 kcal
70 kg (154 lbs) 119 kcal 238 kcal 357 kcal 476 kcal
80 kg (176 lbs) 136 kcal 272 kcal 408 kcal 544 kcal
90 kg (198 lbs) 153 kcal 306 kcal 459 kcal 612 kcal

Popular Ski Machines

  • Concept2 SkiErg: Air resistance ski ergometer, popular in CrossFit
  • NordicTrack: Classic ski simulator with leg and arm motion
  • Thorax Trainer: Upper body ski trainer for serious athletes
  • SkyTech SkiErg: Gym-quality ski trainer machine

Training Benefits

Ski machines are excellent for:

  • Off-season ski conditioning
  • Upper body and core strength
  • Low-impact cardiovascular training
  • HIIT and interval workouts
  • Cross-training for endurance athletes

Note: Use our main Skiing Calorie Calculator to compare ski machine training with other skiing types.