Calories Burned Tennis in Virginia Beach, VA
Calculate how many calories you burn doing tennis in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Adjusted for Virginia Beach's temperate climate (avg 59°F). MET: 8. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Tennis Calorie Calculator for Virginia Beach
Tennis in Virginia Beach for 30 minutes
290 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 581 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Virginia Beach
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Virginia Beach, Virginia has a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F and 8 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing tennis 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 (Virginia Beach)
How many calories you burn during tennis at different durations in Virginia Beach's temperate climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Virginia Beach 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 tennis for 30 minutes per session in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach.
Virginia Beach Fitness Overview
Virginia Beach, Virginia (pop. 459,470) has a fitness score of 57/100 with 8 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 22. Residents average 5,150 daily steps and burn approximately 1,950 calories per day. Popular activities include surfing, running, swimming.
Fitness Score
57/100
Walk Score
22
Obesity Rate
32%
Outdoor Months
8
Other Activities in Virginia Beach, VA
Trail Running
MET 10 · High
~363 cal / 30 min
Football
MET 8 · High
~290 cal / 30 min
Dancing
MET 7.3 · Moderate to High
~265 cal / 30 min
Hiking
MET 6 · Moderate
~218 cal / 30 min
Swimming Laps (Vigorous)
MET 9.8 · Very High
~356 cal / 30 min
Canoeing
MET 3.5 · Moderate
~127 cal / 30 min
Sailing
MET 3 · Low to Moderate
~109 cal / 30 min
Indoor Wall Climbing
MET 7.5 · Moderate to High
~272 cal / 30 min
Tennis in Other Virginia Cities
Chesapeake, VA
55°F · Temperate
~290 cal / 30 min
Arlington, VA
56°F · Temperate
~290 cal / 30 min
Norfolk, VA
55°F · Temperate
~290 cal / 30 min
Richmond, VA
59°F · Temperate
~290 cal / 30 min
Newport News, VA
55°F · Temperate
~290 cal / 30 min
Alexandria, VA
58°F · Temperate
~290 cal / 30 min
Roanoke, VA
54°F · Temperate
~299 cal / 30 min
Lynchburg, VA
53°F · Temperate
~299 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Tennis in Virginia Beach
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Virginia Beach:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 8 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 8 for tennis is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Virginia Beach's average temperature of 59°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 Virginia Beach, VA?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 290 calories during 30 minutes of tennis in Virginia Beach. This accounts for Virginia Beach's temperate climate with an average temperature of 59°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for tennis is 8.
Does Virginia Beach's climate affect calories burned during tennis?
Yes. Virginia Beach has a temperate climate averaging 59°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 tennis in Virginia Beach burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do tennis in Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach's moderate climate (avg 59°F) with 8 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 Virginia Beach?
At your current weight, doing tennis for 30 minutes in Virginia Beach: 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 Virginia Beach's 59°F average temperature.
Is tennis popular in Virginia Beach, VA?
While tennis may not be the most popular activity in Virginia Beach (popular activities include surfing, running, swimming), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 8 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 57/100. The temperate climate with 8 outdoor months supports tennis for much of the year.