Calories Burned Volleyball in Birmingham, AL
Calculate how many calories you burn doing volleyball in Birmingham, Alabama. Adjusted for Birmingham's subtropical climate (avg 65°F). MET: 6. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Volleyball Calorie Calculator for Birmingham
Volleyball in Birmingham for 30 minutes
218 kcal
MET 6 · 73 kg · 435 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Birmingham
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Birmingham, Alabama has a subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F and 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing volleyball 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 (Birmingham)
How many calories you burn during volleyball at different durations in Birmingham's subtropical climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Birmingham Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 109 kcal | 109 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 218 kcal | 218 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 327 kcal | 327 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 435 kcal | 435 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 653 kcal | 653 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 871 kcal | 871 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing volleyball for 30 minutes per session in Birmingham, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
2,832
calories per month
34,008 cal/year
= ~9.7 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
4,720
calories per month
56,680 cal/year
= ~16.2 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 0% applied for Birmingham.
Volleyball Tips for Birmingham's Climate
- With 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor volleyball opportunities.
- Practice jumping technique to improve your vertical leap and reduce knee stress
- Strengthen your shoulders with rotator cuff exercises to prevent overuse injuries
Birmingham Fitness Overview
Birmingham, Alabama (pop. 196,055) has a fitness score of 52/100 with 6.3 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 35. Residents average 5,250 daily steps and burn approximately 1,920 calories per day. Popular activities include running, hiking, cycling.
Fitness Score
52/100
Walk Score
35
Obesity Rate
34.3%
Outdoor Months
9
Other Activities in Birmingham, AL
Golf
MET 4.3 · Low to Moderate
~156 cal / 30 min
Soccer
MET 7 · High
~254 cal / 30 min
Playing with Kids
MET 5 · Moderate
~181 cal / 30 min
Horseback Riding
MET 5.5 · Moderate
~200 cal / 30 min
Wall Sits
MET 3.5 · Moderate
~127 cal / 30 min
Archery
MET 3.5 · Low to Moderate
~127 cal / 30 min
Shoveling Snow
MET 6 · High
~218 cal / 30 min
Rollerblading
MET 7.5 · High
~272 cal / 30 min
Volleyball in Other Alabama Cities
Huntsville, AL
62°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
Montgomery, AL
63°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
Mobile, AL
62°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
Tuscaloosa, AL
63°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
Hoover, AL
61°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
Auburn, AL
62°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
Dothan, AL
66°F · Subtropical
~218 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Volleyball in Birmingham
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Birmingham:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 6 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 6 for volleyball is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Birmingham'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.
Volleyball involves jumping, diving, and quick lateral movements that provide a high-intensity intermittent workout. The sport develops explosive leg power from repeated jumping, upper body strength from hitting and blocking, and core stability from the rotational movements in serving and spiking. Beach volleyball on sand is even more demanding due to the unstable surface. Volleyball is excellent for developing reaction time, hand-eye coordination, and teamwork skills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does volleyball burn in Birmingham, AL?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 218 calories during 30 minutes of volleyball in Birmingham. This accounts for Birmingham's subtropical climate with an average temperature of 65°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for volleyball is 6.
Does Birmingham's climate affect calories burned during volleyball?
Yes. Birmingham has a subtropical 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 volleyball in Birmingham burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do volleyball in Birmingham?
Birmingham's moderate climate (avg 65°F) with 9 outdoor-friendly months makes volleyball 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 volleyball in Birmingham?
At your current weight, doing volleyball for 30 minutes in Birmingham: 3 sessions/week burns ~2,832 cal/month (34,008 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~4,720 cal/month (56,680 cal/year). These estimates include the 0% climate adjustment for Birmingham's 65°F average temperature.
Is volleyball popular in Birmingham, AL?
While volleyball may not be the most popular activity in Birmingham (popular activities include running, hiking, cycling), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 6.3 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 52/100. The subtropical climate with 9 outdoor months supports volleyball for much of the year.