Calories Burned Burpees in Durham, NC
Calculate how many calories you burn doing burpees in Durham, North Carolina. Adjusted for Durham's subtropical climate (avg 57°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Burpees Calorie Calculator for Durham
Burpees 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 burpees 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 burpees 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 burpees 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.
Burpees Tips for Durham's Climate
- With 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor burpees opportunities.
- Maintain a tight core throughout the movement to protect your lower back
- Land softly with bent knees when jumping to reduce joint impact
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
Pilates
MET 3 · Low to Moderate
~109 cal / 30 min
Jogging
MET 7 · Moderate
~254 cal / 30 min
Rowing
MET 7 · Moderate
~254 cal / 30 min
Badminton
MET 5.5 · Moderate
~200 cal / 30 min
Walking
MET 3.5 · Low
~127 cal / 30 min
Table Tennis
MET 4 · Low to Moderate
~145 cal / 30 min
Plank Hold
MET 3.8 · Low to Moderate
~138 cal / 30 min
Boxing
MET 9 · High
~327 cal / 30 min
Burpees 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 Burpees 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 burpees 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.
Burpees are a full-body calisthenic exercise that combines a squat, plank, push-up, and jump into one fluid movement. Widely considered one of the most effective bodyweight exercises for burning calories, burpees elevate heart rate rapidly while engaging nearly every major muscle group. They build both cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength simultaneously. Military and athletic training programs frequently use burpees as a benchmark for overall fitness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does burpees burn in Durham, NC?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 290 calories during 30 minutes of burpees 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 burpees is 8.
Does Durham's climate affect calories burned during burpees?
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 burpees in Durham burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do burpees in Durham?
Durham's moderate climate (avg 57°F) with 9 outdoor-friendly months makes burpees 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 burpees in Durham?
At your current weight, doing burpees 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 burpees popular in Durham, NC?
While burpees 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 burpees for much of the year.