Medicine Ball Training Calories Burned Calculator

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Calories Burned Medicine Ball Training

Calories by Duration (70 kg / 154 lbs)

DurationLightModerateVigorousHIIT
15 min74101129165
30 min147202257331
45 min220303386496
60 min294404515662

Calories by Weight (30 min vigorous)

120 lbs (54 kg)
175 cal
140 lbs (64 kg)
207 cal
160 lbs (73 kg)
236 cal
180 lbs (82 kg)
266 cal
200 lbs (91 kg)
295 cal
220 lbs (100 kg)
325 cal

Medicine Ball vs Other Exercises (30 min, 70 kg)

ActivityCalories
Medicine Ball (Vigorous)257
🏋️Kettlebell Training294
🔥CrossFit368
🪢Battle Ropes331
🥊Boxing368

Source: MET values from 2024 Compendium of Physical Activities

How Many Calories Does Medicine Ball Training Burn?

Quick Answer: Medicine ball training burns approximately 200-400 calories per 30 minutes for a 155-pound person, depending on intensity.

Medicine ball training is a dynamic functional fitness workout that combines strength and cardio. The explosive movements like slams, throws, and rotational exercises engage your entire body and elevate heart rate for effective calorie burning.

Benefits of Medicine Ball Training

  • Full-body workout: Engages core, arms, legs, and back
  • Power development: Builds explosive strength
  • Core stability: Strengthens core with rotational movements
  • Versatile: Suitable for all fitness levels

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Manish Kumar

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Manish Kumar

NASM-Certified Personal Trainer • 10+ Years Experience