Calories Burned Disc Golf in Long Beach, CA
Calculate how many calories you burn doing disc golf in Long Beach, California. Adjusted for Long Beach's mediterranean climate (avg 66°F). MET: 3.5. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Disc Golf Calorie Calculator for Long Beach
Disc Golf in Long Beach for 30 minutes
127 kcal
MET 3.5 · 73 kg · 254 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Long Beach
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Long Beach, California has a mediterranean climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F and 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing disc golf 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 (Long Beach)
How many calories you burn during disc golf at different durations in Long Beach's mediterranean climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Long Beach Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 64 kcal | 64 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 127 kcal | 127 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 191 kcal | 191 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 254 kcal | 254 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 381 kcal | 381 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 508 kcal | 508 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing disc golf for 30 minutes per session in Long Beach, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
1,650
calories per month
19,812 cal/year
= ~5.7 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
2,750
calories per month
33,020 cal/year
= ~9.4 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 Long Beach.
Disc Golf Tips for Long Beach's Climate
- With 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor disc golf opportunities.
- Focus on hip rotation and weight transfer for more powerful and accurate throws
- Walk briskly between holes to keep your heart rate elevated throughout the round
Long Beach Fitness Overview
Long Beach, California (pop. 466,742) has a fitness score of 68/100 with 6.7 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 67. Residents average 7,500 daily steps and burn approximately 2,100 calories per day. Popular activities include surfing, cycling, volleyball.
Fitness Score
68/100
Walk Score
67
Obesity Rate
26.9%
Outdoor Months
10
Other Activities in Long Beach, CA
Walking
MET 3.5 · Low
~127 cal / 30 min
Yoga
MET 4 · Low to Moderate
~145 cal / 30 min
Trampoline Jumping
MET 3.5 · Moderate
~127 cal / 30 min
Bowling
MET 3 · Low
~109 cal / 30 min
Tai Chi
MET 3 · Low
~109 cal / 30 min
Sailing
MET 3 · Low to Moderate
~109 cal / 30 min
Martial Arts
MET 10.3 · High
~374 cal / 30 min
CrossFit
MET 12 · Very High
~435 cal / 30 min
Disc Golf in Other California Cities
Los Angeles, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
San Diego, CA
64°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
San Jose, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
San Francisco, CA
58°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
Fresno, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
Sacramento, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
Oakland, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
Bakersfield, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~127 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Disc Golf in Long Beach
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Long Beach:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 3.5 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 3.5 for disc golf is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Long Beach's average temperature of 66°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Disc golf involves throwing a flying disc into metal baskets across a course of 9 or 18 holes, similar to traditional golf but more accessible and affordable. Players walk the course carrying their discs, covering 1-3 miles per round over varied terrain including hills and wooded paths. The throwing motion engages the core, shoulders, and hips through a rotational power movement. Disc golf provides a relaxing outdoor workout that combines cardiovascular benefits from walking with upper body engagement from throwing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does disc golf burn in Long Beach, CA?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 127 calories during 30 minutes of disc golf in Long Beach. This accounts for Long Beach's mediterranean climate with an average temperature of 66°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for disc golf is 3.5.
Does Long Beach's climate affect calories burned during disc golf?
Yes. Long Beach has a mediterranean climate averaging 66°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 disc golf in Long Beach burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do disc golf in Long Beach?
Long Beach's moderate climate (avg 66°F) with 10 outdoor-friendly months makes disc golf 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 disc golf in Long Beach?
At your current weight, doing disc golf for 30 minutes in Long Beach: 3 sessions/week burns ~1,650 cal/month (19,812 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~2,750 cal/month (33,020 cal/year). These estimates include the 0% climate adjustment for Long Beach's 66°F average temperature.
Is disc golf popular in Long Beach, CA?
While disc golf may not be the most popular activity in Long Beach (popular activities include surfing, cycling, volleyball), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 6.7 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 68/100. The mediterranean climate with 10 outdoor months supports disc golf for much of the year.