Calories Burned Tennis in Manchester, NH
Calculate how many calories you burn doing tennis in Manchester, New Hampshire. Adjusted for Manchester's continental climate (avg 42°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: +3%.
Tennis Calorie Calculator for Manchester
Tennis in Manchester for 30 minutes
299 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 598 kcal/hour
Includes +3% climate adjustment for Manchester (42°F avg)
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Manchester
Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%.
Manchester, New Hampshire has a continental climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F and 6 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing tennis 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 ~299 calories in 30 minutes instead of the standard ~290 calories.
Calorie Burn by Duration (Manchester)
How many calories you burn during tennis at different durations in Manchester's continental climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Manchester Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 145 kcal | 150 kcal | +5 |
| 30 minutes | 290 kcal | 299 kcal | +9 |
| 45 minutes | 435 kcal | 449 kcal | +14 |
| 60 minutes | 581 kcal | 598 kcal | +17 |
| 90 minutes | 871 kcal | 897 kcal | +26 |
| 120 minutes | 1161 kcal | 1196 kcal | +35 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing tennis for 30 minutes per session in Manchester, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
3,884
calories per month
46,644 cal/year
= ~13.3 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
6,473
calories per month
77,740 cal/year
= ~22.2 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 Manchester.
Manchester Fitness Overview
Manchester, New Hampshire (pop. 115,644) has a fitness score of 68/100 with 7.2 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 55. Residents average 6,950 daily steps and burn approximately 2,070 calories per day. Popular activities include snowboarding, hiking, swimming.
Fitness Score
68/100
Walk Score
55
Obesity Rate
28.1%
Outdoor Months
6
Other Activities in Manchester, NH
Sleeping
MET 0.95 · Rest
~36 cal / 30 min
Gardening
MET 3.8 · Moderate
~142 cal / 30 min
Ice Fishing
MET 2 · Low
~75 cal / 30 min
Jumping Jacks
MET 8 · Moderate to High
~299 cal / 30 min
Kettlebell Swings
MET 9 · High
~336 cal / 30 min
Elliptical Trainer
MET 5 · Low to Moderate
~187 cal / 30 min
Walking
MET 3.5 · Low
~131 cal / 30 min
Power Walking
MET 5 · Moderate
~187 cal / 30 min
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How We Calculate Calories Burned for Tennis in Manchester
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Manchester:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 8 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.03
The MET value of 8 for tennis is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.03 accounts for Manchester's average temperature of 42°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Singles tennis is a demanding sport that combines cardiovascular endurance with explosive power, agility, and strategy. Players cover significant distances during a match through sprints, lateral movements, and recovery jogs. The repetitive swinging motion builds upper body and core strength, while the constant court movement develops lower body fitness. Tennis is unique in that it provides both aerobic and anaerobic exercise within a single session, making it exceptionally effective for overall fitness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does tennis burn in Manchester, NH?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 299 calories during 30 minutes of tennis in Manchester. This accounts for Manchester's continental climate with an average temperature of 42°F, which adjusts calorie burn by +3% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for tennis is 8.
Does Manchester's climate affect calories burned during tennis?
Yes. Manchester has a continental climate averaging 42°F. Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%. This means tennis in Manchester burns approximately +3% more calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do tennis in Manchester?
Manchester's moderate climate (avg 42°F) with 6 outdoor-friendly months makes tennis 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 tennis in Manchester?
At your current weight, doing tennis for 30 minutes in Manchester: 3 sessions/week burns ~3,884 cal/month (46,644 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~6,473 cal/month (77,740 cal/year). These estimates include the +3% climate adjustment for Manchester's 42°F average temperature.
Is tennis popular in Manchester, NH?
While tennis may not be the most popular activity in Manchester (popular activities include snowboarding, hiking, swimming), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 7.2 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 68/100. The continental climate with 6 outdoor months supports tennis for much of the year.