Calories Burned Burpees in Portland, ME
Calculate how many calories you burn doing burpees in Portland, Maine. Adjusted for Portland's continental climate (avg 46°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: +3%.
Burpees Calorie Calculator for Portland
Burpees in Portland for 30 minutes
299 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 598 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 burpees 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 ~299 calories in 30 minutes instead of the standard ~290 calories.
Calorie Burn by Duration (Portland)
How many calories you burn during burpees at different durations in Portland's continental climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Portland Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 145 kcal | 150 kcal | +5 |
| 30 minutes | 290 kcal | 299 kcal | +9 |
| 45 minutes | 435 kcal | 449 kcal | +14 |
| 60 minutes | 581 kcal | 598 kcal | +17 |
| 90 minutes | 871 kcal | 897 kcal | +26 |
| 120 minutes | 1161 kcal | 1196 kcal | +35 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing burpees for 30 minutes per session in Portland, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
3,884
calories per month
46,644 cal/year
= ~13.3 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
6,473
calories per month
77,740 cal/year
= ~22.2 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
Lacrosse
MET 8 · High
~299 cal / 30 min
Swimming
MET 7 · Moderate
~262 cal / 30 min
CrossFit
MET 12 · Very High
~449 cal / 30 min
Sexual Activity
MET 1.8 · Low
~67 cal / 30 min
Battle Ropes
MET 10.3 · Very High
~385 cal / 30 min
Gardening
MET 3.8 · Moderate
~142 cal / 30 min
Pickleball
MET 6 · Moderate
~224 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Burpees 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
= 8 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.03
The MET value of 8 for burpees 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.
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 Portland, ME?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 299 calories during 30 minutes of burpees 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 burpees is 8.
Does Portland's climate affect calories burned during burpees?
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 burpees in Portland burns approximately +3% more calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do burpees in Portland?
Portland's moderate climate (avg 46°F) with 6 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 Portland?
At your current weight, doing burpees for 30 minutes in Portland: 3 sessions/week burns ~3,884 cal/month (46,644 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~6,473 cal/month (77,740 cal/year). These estimates include the +3% climate adjustment for Portland's 46°F average temperature.
Is burpees popular in Portland, ME?
While burpees 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 burpees for much of the year.