What this calculator does
Jumping rope is one of the most efficient cardio workouts, burning a high number of calories per minute thanks to its full-body, high-intensity nature. This calculator estimates how many calories you burn skipping rope based on three inputs: your body weight, how long you jump, and how intense the session is (expressed as a MET value).
How to use it
Enter your body weight in kilograms, the duration of your session in minutes, and pick an intensity. Slow rope (about 100 skips per minute) uses a MET of 8.8, moderate pace (about 120 skips/min) uses 11.8, and fast skipping (130+ skips/min) uses 12.3. The result shows total calories and your average burn per minute.
The formula explained
MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) measures activity intensity relative to rest. The standard equation is:
$$\text{Calories} = \frac{\text{MET} \times 3.5 \times \text{weight(kg)}}{200} \times \text{minutes}$$
The 3.5 and 200 constants convert oxygen consumption (ml/kg/min) into kilocalories. A higher MET, more body weight, or longer duration all increase total energy expenditure.
Worked example
An 80 kg person jumps rope at a moderate pace (MET 11.8) for 30 minutes: $$11.8 \times 3.5 \times 80 \div 200 \times 30 = 495.6 \text{ kcal}$$ That averages 16.52 kcal per minute — far higher than walking or light cycling.
FAQ
Is jump rope good for weight loss? Yes. At 10–16 kcal/min it rivals running while needing little space or equipment.
How accurate is this estimate? MET formulas give a solid average but actual burn varies with fitness, technique and rest breaks — treat it as a guide.
Why does heavier weight burn more? Moving a larger body mass requires more energy, so calories scale directly with weight.
