Calories Burned Burpees in Raleigh, NC
Calculate how many calories you burn doing burpees in Raleigh, North Carolina. Adjusted for Raleigh's subtropical climate (avg 62°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Burpees Calorie Calculator for Raleigh
Burpees in Raleigh for 30 minutes
290 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 581 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Raleigh
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Raleigh, North Carolina has a subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F and 10 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 (Raleigh)
How many calories you burn during burpees at different durations in Raleigh's subtropical climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Raleigh 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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh.
Burpees Tips for Raleigh's Climate
- With 10 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
Raleigh Fitness Overview
Raleigh, North Carolina (pop. 467,665) has a fitness score of 49/100 with 5.9 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 29. Residents average 5,600 daily steps and burn approximately 1,900 calories per day. Popular activities include running, cycling, hiking.
Fitness Score
49/100
Walk Score
29
Obesity Rate
32.5%
Outdoor Months
10
Other Activities in Raleigh, NC
Rowing
MET 7 · Moderate
~254 cal / 30 min
Rugby
MET 8.3 · Very High
~301 cal / 30 min
Table Tennis
MET 4 · Low to Moderate
~145 cal / 30 min
Pilates
MET 3 · Low to Moderate
~109 cal / 30 min
Boxing
MET 9 · High
~327 cal / 30 min
Running
MET 9.8 · High
~356 cal / 30 min
Sleeping
MET 0.95 · Rest
~34 cal / 30 min
Downhill Skiing
MET 5 · Moderate
~181 cal / 30 min
Burpees in Other North Carolina Cities
Charlotte, NC
60°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Greensboro, NC
60°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Durham, NC
57°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 Raleigh
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Raleigh:
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 Raleigh's average temperature of 62°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 Raleigh, NC?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 290 calories during 30 minutes of burpees in Raleigh. This accounts for Raleigh's subtropical climate with an average temperature of 62°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for burpees is 8.
Does Raleigh's climate affect calories burned during burpees?
Yes. Raleigh has a subtropical climate averaging 62°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 Raleigh burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do burpees in Raleigh?
Raleigh's moderate climate (avg 62°F) with 10 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 Raleigh?
At your current weight, doing burpees for 30 minutes in Raleigh: 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 Raleigh's 62°F average temperature.
Is burpees popular in Raleigh, NC?
While burpees may not be the most popular activity in Raleigh (popular activities include running, cycling, hiking), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 5.9 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 49/100. The subtropical climate with 10 outdoor months supports burpees for much of the year.