Calories Burned Box Jumps in Durham, NC
Calculate how many calories you burn doing box jumps in Durham, North Carolina. Adjusted for Durham's subtropical climate (avg 57°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Box Jumps Calorie Calculator for Durham
Box Jumps in Durham for 30 minutes
290 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 581 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Durham
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Durham, North Carolina has a subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F and 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing box jumps 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 (Durham)
How many calories you burn during box jumps at different durations in Durham's subtropical climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Durham 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 box jumps for 30 minutes per session in Durham, 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 Durham.
Box Jumps Tips for Durham's Climate
- With 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor box jumps opportunities.
- Start with a lower box height and increase gradually as confidence and power improve
- Land softly on the box with your full foot and absorb the impact with bent knees
Durham Fitness Overview
Durham, North Carolina (pop. 283,506) has a fitness score of 56/100 with 6.5 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 33. Residents average 5,850 daily steps and burn approximately 2,050 calories per day. Popular activities include golf, running, hiking.
Fitness Score
56/100
Walk Score
33
Obesity Rate
33.5%
Outdoor Months
9
Other Activities in Durham, NC
Dancing
MET 7.3 · Moderate to High
~265 cal / 30 min
Canoeing
MET 3.5 · Moderate
~127 cal / 30 min
Cycling
MET 8 · Moderate
~290 cal / 30 min
Cooking
MET 2 · Low
~73 cal / 30 min
Fencing
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~218 cal / 30 min
Surfing
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~218 cal / 30 min
Swimming
MET 7 · Moderate
~254 cal / 30 min
Sailing
MET 3 · Low to Moderate
~109 cal / 30 min
Box Jumps in Other North Carolina Cities
Charlotte, NC
60°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Raleigh, NC
62°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Greensboro, NC
60°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Winston-Salem, NC
61°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Fayetteville, NC
58°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Cary, NC
58°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Wilmington, NC
59°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
High Point, NC
59°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Box Jumps in Durham
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Durham:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 8 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 8 for box jumps is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Durham's average temperature of 57°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Box jumps are a plyometric exercise where you explosively jump from the ground onto an elevated platform (box) and then step or jump back down. This movement develops explosive lower body power, fast-twitch muscle fibers, and cardiovascular conditioning simultaneously. Box jumps are a cornerstone of athletic training programs because they improve vertical leap, sprint speed, and overall leg power. The exercise also burns significant calories due to the high muscular demand of repeated explosive movements.
Explore More Calorie Calculators
Calculate calories for any activity or check your total daily energy expenditure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does box jumps burn in Durham, NC?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 290 calories during 30 minutes of box jumps in Durham. This accounts for Durham's subtropical climate with an average temperature of 57°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for box jumps is 8.
Does Durham's climate affect calories burned during box jumps?
Yes. Durham has a subtropical climate averaging 57°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 box jumps in Durham burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do box jumps in Durham?
Durham's moderate climate (avg 57°F) with 9 outdoor-friendly months makes box jumps 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 box jumps in Durham?
At your current weight, doing box jumps for 30 minutes in Durham: 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 Durham's 57°F average temperature.
Is box jumps popular in Durham, NC?
While box jumps may not be the most popular activity in Durham (popular activities include golf, running, hiking), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 6.5 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 56/100. The subtropical climate with 9 outdoor months supports box jumps for much of the year.