Calories Burned Skiing 2 Hours Calculator

Calculate calories burned in a 2-hour skiing session. Typical half-day session duration.

By Jonas Lindemann · Updated · How we build our calculators

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MET: 7 for moderate downhill skiing

Your Results

1083kcal

Total Calories Burned

541kcal/hr

Calories per Hour

7.7MET

Metabolic Equivalent

54.1%

of 2000 kcal Diet

Summary

A 120-minute downhill skiing session at moderate intensity burns approximately 1083 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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2-Hour Skiing Calculation

Calories Burned Skiing for 2 Hours

A 2-hour skiing session burns approximately 800 to 1,800 calories depending on the skiing style, intensity, and your body weight.

Two hours of active skiing represents a solid morning or afternoon session at a resort, or a substantial cross-country or ski touring outing. This duration provides significant calorie burn and requires appropriate nutrition planning.

Calories Burned in 2 Hours by Skiing Type

Skiing Type 60 kg 70 kg 80 kg 90 kg
Downhill Skiing 840 kcal 980 kcal 1,120 kcal 1,260 kcal
Cross-Country (Classic) 900 kcal 1,050 kcal 1,200 kcal 1,350 kcal
Cross-Country (Skate) 1,260 kcal 1,470 kcal 1,680 kcal 1,890 kcal
Ski Touring 1,080 kcal 1,260 kcal 1,440 kcal 1,620 kcal

Fueling a 2-Hour Ski Session

With 800-1,800 calories burned, proper nutrition is essential:

  • Before: Carb-rich breakfast 2-3 hours prior (400-600 kcal)
  • During: For high-intensity sessions, consider 30-60g carbs per hour
  • Hydration: 500-750ml water per hour, more in cold dry conditions
  • After: Recovery meal within 30-60 minutes

Note: Use our main Skiing Calorie Calculator for customized results.