Calories Burned Martial Arts in Portland, OR
Calculate how many calories you burn doing martial arts in Portland, Oregon. Adjusted for Portland's temperate climate (avg 52°F). MET: 10.3. Climate adjustment: +3%.
Martial Arts Calorie Calculator for Portland
Martial Arts in Portland for 30 minutes
385 kcal
MET 10.3 · 73 kg · 770 kcal/hour
Includes +3% climate adjustment for Portland (52°F avg)
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Portland
Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%.
Portland, Oregon has a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F and 8 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing martial arts here, your body expends approximately +3% more energy than it would in standard lab conditions (68-72°F). This means a 160 lb person burns ~385 calories in 30 minutes instead of the standard ~374 calories.
Calorie Burn by Duration (Portland)
How many calories you burn during martial arts at different durations in Portland's temperate climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Portland Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 187 kcal | 192 kcal | +5 |
| 30 minutes | 374 kcal | 385 kcal | +11 |
| 45 minutes | 561 kcal | 577 kcal | +16 |
| 60 minutes | 748 kcal | 770 kcal | +22 |
| 90 minutes | 1121 kcal | 1155 kcal | +34 |
| 120 minutes | 1495 kcal | 1540 kcal | +45 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing martial arts for 30 minutes per session in Portland, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
5,001
calories per month
60,060 cal/year
= ~17.2 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
8,335
calories per month
100,100 cal/year
= ~28.6 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 +3% applied for Portland.
Portland Fitness Overview
Portland, Oregon (pop. 635,067) has a fitness score of 68/100 with 7.8 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 65. Residents average 7,000 daily steps and burn approximately 2,050 calories per day. Popular activities include hiking, cycling, rock climbing.
Fitness Score
68/100
Walk Score
65
Obesity Rate
29.2%
Outdoor Months
8
Other Activities in Portland, OR
Snowboarding
MET 5.3 · Moderate
~198 cal / 30 min
Archery
MET 3.5 · Low to Moderate
~131 cal / 30 min
Surfing
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~224 cal / 30 min
Sleeping
MET 0.95 · Rest
~36 cal / 30 min
Jogging
MET 7 · Moderate
~262 cal / 30 min
Downhill Skiing
MET 5 · Moderate
~187 cal / 30 min
Hiking
MET 6 · Moderate
~224 cal / 30 min
Kettlebell Training
MET 9.8 · High
~366 cal / 30 min
Martial Arts in Other Oregon Cities
Eugene, OR
49°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
Salem, OR
54°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
Gresham, OR
53°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
Hillsboro, OR
48°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
Bend, OR
47°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
Medford, OR
48°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
Corvallis, OR
49°F · Temperate
~385 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Martial Arts in Portland
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Portland:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 10.3 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.03
The MET value of 10.3 for martial arts is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.03 accounts for Portland's average temperature of 52°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 Portland, OR?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 385 calories during 30 minutes of martial arts in Portland. This accounts for Portland's temperate climate with an average temperature of 52°F, which adjusts calorie burn by +3% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for martial arts is 10.3.
Does Portland's climate affect calories burned during martial arts?
Yes. Portland has a temperate climate averaging 52°F. Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%. This means martial arts in Portland burns approximately +3% more calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do martial arts in Portland?
Portland's moderate climate (avg 52°F) with 8 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 Portland?
At your current weight, doing martial arts for 30 minutes in Portland: 3 sessions/week burns ~5,001 cal/month (60,060 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~8,335 cal/month (100,100 cal/year). These estimates include the +3% climate adjustment for Portland's 52°F average temperature.
Is martial arts popular in Portland, OR?
While martial arts may not be the most popular activity in Portland (popular activities include hiking, cycling, rock climbing), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 7.8 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 68/100. The temperate climate with 8 outdoor months supports martial arts for much of the year.