Calories Burned Speed Skating in Los Angeles, CA
Calculate how many calories you burn doing speed skating in Los Angeles, California. Adjusted for Los Angeles's mediterranean climate (avg 65°F). MET: 13.5. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Speed Skating Calorie Calculator for Los Angeles
Speed Skating in Los Angeles for 30 minutes
490 kcal
MET 13.5 · 73 kg · 980 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 speed skating 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 speed skating at different durations in Los Angeles's mediterranean climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Los Angeles Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 245 kcal | 245 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 490 kcal | 490 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 735 kcal | 735 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 980 kcal | 980 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 1470 kcal | 1470 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 1960 kcal | 1960 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing speed skating for 30 minutes per session in Los Angeles, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
6,365
calories per month
76,440 cal/year
= ~21.8 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
10,609
calories per month
127,400 cal/year
= ~36.4 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 Los Angeles.
Speed Skating Tips for Los Angeles's Climate
- With 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor speed skating opportunities.
- Focus on deep knee bend and full extension to maximize each stride's power
- Train off-ice with lateral bounds and slideboard exercises to build skating-specific muscles
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
Standing Desk Work
MET 1.8 · Low
~65 cal / 30 min
Running
MET 9.8 · High
~356 cal / 30 min
Shopping (Walking with Cart)
MET 2.3 · Low
~83 cal / 30 min
Calisthenics
MET 3.8 · Moderate
~138 cal / 30 min
Moving Furniture
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~218 cal / 30 min
Disc Golf
MET 3.5 · Low to Moderate
~127 cal / 30 min
Burpees
MET 8 · Very High
~290 cal / 30 min
Weightlifting
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~218 cal / 30 min
Speed Skating in Other California Cities
San Diego, CA
64°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
San Jose, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
San Francisco, CA
58°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
Fresno, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
Sacramento, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
Long Beach, CA
66°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
Oakland, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
Bakersfield, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~490 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Speed Skating 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
= 13.5 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 13.5 for speed skating 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.
Speed skating involves racing around an ice rink at maximum velocity using long, powerful gliding strides. It is one of the most calorie-intensive activities per minute, requiring explosive leg power, aerobic endurance, and exceptional balance. Speed skaters develop massive quadriceps and glutes from the deep, sustained squat position maintained throughout each stride. The sport improves cardiovascular fitness, lower body power, and lateral movement ability that benefits many other sports and activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does speed skating burn in Los Angeles, CA?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 490 calories during 30 minutes of speed skating 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 speed skating is 13.5.
Does Los Angeles's climate affect calories burned during speed skating?
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 speed skating in Los Angeles burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do speed skating in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles's moderate climate (avg 65°F) with 10 outdoor-friendly months makes speed skating 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 speed skating in Los Angeles?
At your current weight, doing speed skating for 30 minutes in Los Angeles: 3 sessions/week burns ~6,365 cal/month (76,440 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~10,609 cal/month (127,400 cal/year). These estimates include the 0% climate adjustment for Los Angeles's 65°F average temperature.
Is speed skating popular in Los Angeles, CA?
While speed skating 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 speed skating for much of the year.