Calories Burned Beach Volleyball in Los Angeles, CA
Calculate how many calories you burn doing beach volleyball in Los Angeles, California. Adjusted for Los Angeles's mediterranean climate (avg 65°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Beach Volleyball Calorie Calculator for Los Angeles
Beach Volleyball in Los Angeles for 30 minutes
290 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 581 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Los Angeles
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Los Angeles, California has a mediterranean climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F and 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing beach volleyball here, your body burns calories at approximately the standard rate, as the temperature closely matches the conditions used in MET research (68-72°F).
Calorie Burn by Duration (Los Angeles)
How many calories you burn during beach volleyball at different durations in Los Angeles's mediterranean climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Los Angeles Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 145 kcal | 145 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 290 kcal | 290 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 435 kcal | 435 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 581 kcal | 581 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 871 kcal | 871 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 1161 kcal | 1161 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing beach volleyball for 30 minutes per session in Los Angeles, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
3,767
calories per month
45,240 cal/year
= ~12.9 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
6,279
calories per month
75,400 cal/year
= ~21.5 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 0% applied for Los Angeles.
Beach Volleyball Tips for Los Angeles's Climate
- With 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor beach volleyball opportunities.
- Stay on the balls of your feet and keep your knees bent for quick reactions in sand
- Strengthen your ankles and calves for better performance on the unstable surface
Los Angeles Fitness Overview
Los Angeles, California (pop. 3,898,747) has a fitness score of 77/100 with 8.9 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 67. Residents average 7,500 daily steps and burn approximately 2,110 calories per day. Popular activities include surfing, hiking, yoga.
Fitness Score
77/100
Walk Score
67
Obesity Rate
27.8%
Outdoor Months
10
Other Activities in Los Angeles, CA
Pickleball
MET 6 · Moderate
~218 cal / 30 min
Jump Rope
MET 11 · High
~399 cal / 30 min
Rock Climbing
MET 8 · High
~290 cal / 30 min
Ice Hockey
MET 8 · Very High
~290 cal / 30 min
Soccer
MET 7 · High
~254 cal / 30 min
Walking
MET 3.5 · Low
~127 cal / 30 min
Hiking
MET 6 · Moderate
~218 cal / 30 min
Sexual Activity
MET 1.8 · Low
~65 cal / 30 min
Beach Volleyball in Other California Cities
San Diego, CA
64°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
San Jose, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
San Francisco, CA
58°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
Fresno, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
Sacramento, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
Long Beach, CA
66°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
Oakland, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
Bakersfield, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Beach Volleyball in Los Angeles
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Los Angeles:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 8 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 8 for beach volleyball is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Los Angeles's average temperature of 65°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Beach volleyball is an intense full-body sport that combines cardiovascular endurance, explosive power, and agility. Playing on sand significantly increases the physical demands compared to indoor volleyball, as the unstable surface requires more energy for every movement. Jumping, diving, spiking, and lateral movements in sand provide an exceptional lower body and core workout. Beach volleyball also develops hand-eye coordination, teamwork, and mental focus under physical exertion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does beach volleyball burn in Los Angeles, CA?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 290 calories during 30 minutes of beach volleyball in Los Angeles. This accounts for Los Angeles's mediterranean climate with an average temperature of 65°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for beach volleyball is 8.
Does Los Angeles's climate affect calories burned during beach volleyball?
Yes. Los Angeles has a mediterranean climate averaging 65°F. Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation. This means beach volleyball in Los Angeles burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do beach volleyball in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles's moderate climate (avg 65°F) with 10 outdoor-friendly months makes beach volleyball 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 beach volleyball in Los Angeles?
At your current weight, doing beach volleyball for 30 minutes in Los Angeles: 3 sessions/week burns ~3,767 cal/month (45,240 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~6,279 cal/month (75,400 cal/year). These estimates include the 0% climate adjustment for Los Angeles's 65°F average temperature.
Is beach volleyball popular in Los Angeles, CA?
While beach volleyball may not be the most popular activity in Los Angeles (popular activities include surfing, hiking, yoga), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 8.9 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 77/100. The mediterranean climate with 10 outdoor months supports beach volleyball for much of the year.