Gardening Calories Burned by City
Gardening burns approximately 138 calories per 30 minutes at 160 lbs. Find your city below for climate-adjusted estimates.
About Gardening
Gardening involves a variety of physical activities including digging, planting, weeding, raking, and carrying supplies. These movements engage upper body, core, and lower body muscles through natural functional patterns. Gardening provides moderate-intensity physical activity that has been shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and provide vitamin D from sun exposure. Studies show that regular gardeners have lower BMI, better dietary habits, and reduced risk of chronic disease compared to non-gardeners.
MET value: 3.8 · Category: Daily Activities
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Calorie burn varies by climate and environment. Pick your city for personalized estimates.