Calories Burned Lacrosse in Durham, NC
Calculate how many calories you burn doing lacrosse in Durham, North Carolina. Adjusted for Durham's subtropical climate (avg 57°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Lacrosse Calorie Calculator for Durham
Lacrosse 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 lacrosse 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 lacrosse 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 lacrosse 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.
Lacrosse Tips for Durham's Climate
- With 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor lacrosse opportunities.
- Focus on wall ball drills to improve stick skills and burn extra calories
- Practice quick direction changes to build agility and leg strength
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
Swimming
MET 7 · Moderate
~254 cal / 30 min
Speed Skating
MET 13.5 · Very High
~490 cal / 30 min
Elliptical Trainer
MET 5 · Low to Moderate
~181 cal / 30 min
Sleeping
MET 0.95 · Rest
~34 cal / 30 min
Wrestling
MET 6 · Very High
~218 cal / 30 min
Badminton
MET 5.5 · Moderate
~200 cal / 30 min
Table Tennis
MET 4 · Low to Moderate
~145 cal / 30 min
Cross-Country Skiing
MET 9 · High
~327 cal / 30 min
Lacrosse 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 Lacrosse 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 lacrosse 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.
Lacrosse is a fast-paced team sport that combines elements of basketball, soccer, and hockey. Players run constantly up and down the field while cradling, passing, and shooting a small rubber ball with a long-handled stick. The sport demands explosive sprinting, quick directional changes, and upper body strength for stick handling and shooting. A typical lacrosse game provides an intense full-body workout that builds both aerobic endurance and anaerobic power.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does lacrosse burn in Durham, NC?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 290 calories during 30 minutes of lacrosse 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 lacrosse is 8.
Does Durham's climate affect calories burned during lacrosse?
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 lacrosse in Durham burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do lacrosse in Durham?
Durham's moderate climate (avg 57°F) with 9 outdoor-friendly months makes lacrosse 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 lacrosse in Durham?
At your current weight, doing lacrosse 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 lacrosse popular in Durham, NC?
While lacrosse 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 lacrosse for much of the year.