Calories Burned Martial Arts in Los Angeles, CA
Calculate how many calories you burn doing martial arts in Los Angeles, California. Adjusted for Los Angeles's mediterranean climate (avg 65°F). MET: 10.3. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Martial Arts Calorie Calculator for Los Angeles
Martial Arts in Los Angeles for 30 minutes
374 kcal
MET 10.3 · 73 kg · 748 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Los Angeles
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Los Angeles, California has a mediterranean climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F and 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing martial arts 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 (Los Angeles)
How many calories you burn during martial arts at different durations in Los Angeles's mediterranean climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Los Angeles Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 187 kcal | 187 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 374 kcal | 374 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 561 kcal | 561 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 748 kcal | 748 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 1121 kcal | 1121 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 1495 kcal | 1495 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing martial arts for 30 minutes per session in Los Angeles, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
4,858
calories per month
58,344 cal/year
= ~16.7 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
8,097
calories per month
97,240 cal/year
= ~27.8 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 Los Angeles.
Martial Arts Tips for Los Angeles's Climate
- With 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor martial arts opportunities.
- Find a reputable school with qualified instructors who prioritize safe training
- Be consistent with practice: martial arts skills develop gradually over months and years
Los Angeles Fitness Overview
Los Angeles, California (pop. 3,898,747) has a fitness score of 77/100 with 8.9 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 67. Residents average 7,500 daily steps and burn approximately 2,110 calories per day. Popular activities include surfing, hiking, yoga.
Fitness Score
77/100
Walk Score
67
Obesity Rate
27.8%
Outdoor Months
10
Other Activities in Los Angeles, CA
Football
MET 8 · High
~290 cal / 30 min
Power Walking
MET 5 · Moderate
~181 cal / 30 min
CrossFit
MET 12 · Very High
~435 cal / 30 min
Volleyball
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~218 cal / 30 min
Aerobics
MET 7.3 · Moderate to High
~265 cal / 30 min
Downhill Skiing
MET 5 · Moderate
~181 cal / 30 min
Ice Hockey
MET 8 · Very High
~290 cal / 30 min
Horseback Riding
MET 5.5 · Moderate
~200 cal / 30 min
Martial Arts in Other California Cities
San Diego, CA
64°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
San Jose, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
San Francisco, CA
58°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
Fresno, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
Sacramento, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
Long Beach, CA
66°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
Oakland, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
Bakersfield, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~374 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Martial Arts in Los Angeles
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Los Angeles:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 10.3 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 10.3 for martial arts is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Los Angeles's average temperature of 65°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Martial arts training (including karate, taekwondo, judo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu) combines cardiovascular conditioning with strength, flexibility, and coordination development. Training sessions typically include warm-ups, technique drilling, sparring, and conditioning exercises. Martial arts build discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills while providing an outstanding full-body workout. The varied movements and techniques ensure that practitioners develop well-rounded fitness and body awareness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does martial arts burn in Los Angeles, CA?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 374 calories during 30 minutes of martial arts in Los Angeles. This accounts for Los Angeles's mediterranean climate with an average temperature of 65°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for martial arts is 10.3.
Does Los Angeles's climate affect calories burned during martial arts?
Yes. Los Angeles has a mediterranean climate averaging 65°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 martial arts in Los Angeles burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do martial arts in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles's moderate climate (avg 65°F) with 10 outdoor-friendly months makes martial arts 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 martial arts in Los Angeles?
At your current weight, doing martial arts for 30 minutes in Los Angeles: 3 sessions/week burns ~4,858 cal/month (58,344 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~8,097 cal/month (97,240 cal/year). These estimates include the 0% climate adjustment for Los Angeles's 65°F average temperature.
Is martial arts popular in Los Angeles, CA?
While martial arts may not be the most popular activity in Los Angeles (popular activities include surfing, hiking, yoga), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 8.9 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 77/100. The mediterranean climate with 10 outdoor months supports martial arts for much of the year.