Winter Hiking Calories Calculator
The cold burns more. accurate calorie estimates for snow trekking and winter backpacking.
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Embracing the Cold for Fitness
Winter hiking transforms familiar trails into challenging workouts. The combination of snow resistance and thermoregulation can increase calorie burn by 10-20% compared to the same hike in summer.
Hiking in winter conditions requires more energy for stability and movement. With MET values ranging from 3.5 for flat, packed trails to over 11.0 for breaking trail in deep powder, it serves as a versatile workout for endurance and strength.
Key Intensity Factors
- Snow TextureLoose, deep snow requires significantly more effort per step than hard-packed ice.
- Gear WeightHeavier boots, crampons, and layers add resistance to every movement.
Calorie Burn Scenarios
Burn by Duration (70 kg / 154 lbs)
| Time | Casual | Moderate | Vigorous | Backpacking | Breaking Trail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 min | 129 | 221 | 294 | 349 | 404 |
| 60 min | 257 | 441 | 588 | 698 | 809 |
| 90 min | 386 | 662 | 882 | 1047 | 1213 |
| 120 min | 515 | 882 | 1176 | 1397 | 1617 |
| 180 min | 772 | 1323 | 1764 | 2095 | 2426 |
Calories by Body Weight
Based on 60 mins of Moderate Winter Hiking (6.0 MET)
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