Skiing Calories Calculator
Measure your energy output on the slopes. Accurate for both Downhill and Cross-Country skiing.
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Mastering the Slopes: Skiing for Fitness
Skiing is one of the most effective winter workouts available. A typical hour of vigorous downhill skiing burns 500-700 calories, while vigorous cross-country skiing can burn up to 900 calories an hour.
Whether carving down groomed runs or gliding through trails, skiing demands significant energy. It uniquely combines aerobic endurance with anaerobic bursts, engaging large muscle groups in the legs and core. Our calculator uses standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values to provide precision estimates:
- Downhill (MET 5.3-8.0)Uses gravity but requires immense leg strength for turning and stabilization.
- Cross-Country (MET 7.0-14.0)A powerhouse cardio workout that uses both upper and lower body for propulsion.
Skiing Use & Calorie Guides
Calories Burned by Duration (70 kg / 154 lbs)
| Time | Downhill (Mod) | XC (Mod) | Downhill (Vig) | XC (Vig) | XC (Race) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 min | 195 | 257 | 294 | 331 | 515 |
| 60 min | 390 | 515 | 588 | 662 | 1029 |
| 90 min | 585 | 772 | 882 | 993 | 1544 |
| 120 min | 780 | 1029 | 1176 | 1323 | 2058 |
| 180 min | 1169 | 1544 | 1764 | 1985 | 3087 |
Calories by Body Weight
Based on 60 mins of Vigorous Downhill Skiing (8.0 MET)
Skiing vs Other Activities
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and seasonal winter sports enthusiast. Specialized in metabolic conditioning for high-altitude and cold-weather sports performance.