Calories Burned Shoveling Snow Calculator
Calculate calories burned while shoveling snow based on weight, time, and intensity
Calories Burned Shoveling Snow Calculator
Calculate calories burned while shoveling snow based on weight, time, and intensity.
Calories Burned Shoveling Snow
Shoveling snow is an excellent winter workout that burns significant calories. The amount depends on your weight, shoveling intensity, snow conditions, and duration.
The Formula
Our calculator uses the standard calories burned formula:
MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) varies by shoveling intensity and snow conditions.
Convert pounds to kilograms for accurate calculations.
MET Values for Shoveling
- Light shoveling: 3.0 MET (fresh, powdery snow)
- Moderate shoveling: 4.5 MET (normal packed snow)
- Vigorous shoveling: 6.0 MET (heavy, wet snow)
- Very vigorous: 7.5 MET (deep snow, uphill)
Why Track Calories?
- Fitness goals: Monitor your winter workout progress
- Health awareness: Understand the physical demands
- Motivation: See the benefits of manual snow removal
- Safety: Know when to take breaks to avoid overexertion
When to Use It
Use this calculator after shoveling sessions to track your workout, or before to estimate calories you'll burn. Remember to stay hydrated and take breaks during intense shoveling.
Learn more about snow shoveling as a winter workout and safe snow removal practices.