Calories Burned Baseball in Portland, ME
Calculate how many calories you burn doing baseball in Portland, Maine. Adjusted for Portland's continental climate (avg 46°F). MET: 5. Climate adjustment: +3%.
Baseball Calorie Calculator for Portland
Baseball in Portland for 30 minutes
187 kcal
MET 5 · 73 kg · 374 kcal/hour
Includes +3% climate adjustment for Portland (46°F avg)
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Portland
Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%.
Portland, Maine has a continental climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F and 6 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing baseball here, your body expends approximately +3% more energy than it would in standard lab conditions (68-72°F). This means a 160 lb person burns ~187 calories in 30 minutes instead of the standard ~181 calories.
Calorie Burn by Duration (Portland)
How many calories you burn during baseball at different durations in Portland's continental climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Portland Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 91 kcal | 93 kcal | +2 |
| 30 minutes | 181 kcal | 187 kcal | +6 |
| 45 minutes | 272 kcal | 280 kcal | +8 |
| 60 minutes | 363 kcal | 374 kcal | +11 |
| 90 minutes | 544 kcal | 561 kcal | +17 |
| 120 minutes | 726 kcal | 748 kcal | +22 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing baseball for 30 minutes per session in Portland, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
2,429
calories per month
29,172 cal/year
= ~8.3 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
4,049
calories per month
48,620 cal/year
= ~13.9 lbs of fat
*Based on the widely used estimate that 1 lb of body fat = ~3,500 calories. Actual weight loss depends on diet, metabolism, and other factors. Climate adjustment of +3% applied for Portland.
Portland Fitness Overview
Portland, Maine (pop. 68,408) has a fitness score of 61/100 with 5.3 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 60. Residents average 7,150 daily steps and burn approximately 1,950 calories per day. Popular activities include kayaking, hiking, cross-country skiing.
Fitness Score
61/100
Walk Score
60
Obesity Rate
32.5%
Outdoor Months
6
Other Activities in Portland, ME
Weightlifting
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~224 cal / 30 min
Jump Rope
MET 11 · High
~411 cal / 30 min
Rock Climbing
MET 8 · High
~299 cal / 30 min
Beach Volleyball
MET 8 · High
~299 cal / 30 min
Bowling
MET 3 · Low
~112 cal / 30 min
Jogging
MET 7 · Moderate
~262 cal / 30 min
Trampoline Jumping
MET 3.5 · Moderate
~131 cal / 30 min
Snowboarding
MET 5.3 · Moderate
~198 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Baseball in Portland
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Portland:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 5 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.03
The MET value of 5 for baseball is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.03 accounts for Portland's average temperature of 46°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Baseball and softball combine short bursts of explosive activity with periods of lower intensity. Batting, throwing, fielding, and base running all require power, agility, and hand-eye coordination. While baseball is intermittent in nature, the explosive movements during play engage the entire body. Pitching and batting involve significant rotational forces through the core, and fielding develops reaction time and agility. The sport also provides valuable social and team-building benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does baseball burn in Portland, ME?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 187 calories during 30 minutes of baseball in Portland. This accounts for Portland's continental climate with an average temperature of 46°F, which adjusts calorie burn by +3% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for baseball is 5.
Does Portland's climate affect calories burned during baseball?
Yes. Portland has a continental climate averaging 46°F. Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%. This means baseball in Portland burns approximately +3% more calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do baseball in Portland?
Portland's moderate climate (avg 46°F) with 6 outdoor-friendly months makes baseball comfortable most of the year. Morning exercise may boost metabolism for the rest of the day, while evening sessions can help with stress relief and sleep quality.
How many calories per month can I burn doing baseball in Portland?
At your current weight, doing baseball for 30 minutes in Portland: 3 sessions/week burns ~2,429 cal/month (29,172 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~4,049 cal/month (48,620 cal/year). These estimates include the +3% climate adjustment for Portland's 46°F average temperature.
Is baseball popular in Portland, ME?
While baseball may not be the most popular activity in Portland (popular activities include kayaking, hiking, cross-country skiing), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 5.3 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 61/100. The continental climate with 6 outdoor months supports baseball for much of the year.