{
  "@context": "https://schema.org/",
  "@type": "Dataset",
  "name": "Compendium of Physical Activities MET Values Dataset 2026",
  "description": "114 physical activities with MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values aligned to the 2024 Adult Compendium of Physical Activities. Categories include cardio, strength, sports, household, recreational, and occupational activities. Used by exercise physiologists, fitness apps, calorie calculators, public health researchers, and AI assistants that need a compact citable JSON subset. Source-reviewed June 11, 2026 against the 2024 Adult Compendium of Physical Activities.",
  "url": "https://calorique.io/met-values-dataset-2026-compendium-of-physical-activities-114-activities-downloadable-json-ainsworth/",
  "sameAs": "https://calorique.io/datasets/met-values-2026.json",
  "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
  "creator": {
    "@type": "Organization",
    "name": "Calorique",
    "url": "https://calorique.io"
  },
  "datePublished": "2026-04-26",
  "dateModified": "2026-06-11",
  "version": "2026.04",
  "records": 114,
  "citation": [
    "Calorique (2026). Compendium of Physical Activities MET Values Dataset 2026, 114-record JSON subset.",
    "https://pacompendium.com/adult-compendium/",
    "https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10818145/"
  ],
  "data": [
    {
      "slug": "walking",
      "name": "Walking",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "brisk-walking",
      "name": "Brisk Walking",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "running",
      "name": "Running",
      "met": 9.8,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "jogging",
      "name": "Jogging",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "cycling",
      "name": "Cycling",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "swimming",
      "name": "Swimming",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "jump-rope",
      "name": "Jump Rope",
      "met": 11,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "rowing",
      "name": "Rowing",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "elliptical",
      "name": "Elliptical Trainer",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "stair-climbing",
      "name": "Stair Climbing",
      "met": 9,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "dancing",
      "name": "Dancing",
      "met": 7.3,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "aerobics",
      "name": "Aerobics",
      "met": 7.3,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "hiking",
      "name": "Hiking",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "cross-country-skiing",
      "name": "Cross-Country Skiing",
      "met": 9,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "skating",
      "name": "Roller Skating",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "weightlifting",
      "name": "Weightlifting",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "crossfit",
      "name": "CrossFit",
      "met": 12,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "circuit-training",
      "name": "Circuit Training",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "calisthenics",
      "name": "Calisthenics",
      "met": 3.8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "yoga",
      "name": "Yoga",
      "met": 4,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "pilates",
      "name": "Pilates",
      "met": 3,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "rock-climbing",
      "name": "Rock Climbing",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "boxing",
      "name": "Boxing",
      "met": 9.3,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "martial-arts",
      "name": "Martial Arts",
      "met": 10.3,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "kettlebells",
      "name": "Kettlebell Training",
      "met": 9.8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "basketball",
      "name": "Basketball",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "soccer",
      "name": "Soccer",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "tennis",
      "name": "Tennis",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "volleyball",
      "name": "Volleyball",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "badminton",
      "name": "Badminton",
      "met": 5.5,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "golf",
      "name": "Golf",
      "met": 4.3,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "baseball",
      "name": "Baseball",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "football",
      "name": "Football",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "rugby",
      "name": "Rugby",
      "met": 8.3,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "hockey",
      "name": "Ice Hockey",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "skiing",
      "name": "Downhill Skiing",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "snowboarding",
      "name": "Snowboarding",
      "met": 5.3,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "surfing",
      "name": "Surfing",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "table-tennis",
      "name": "Table Tennis",
      "met": 4,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "wrestling",
      "name": "Wrestling",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "cleaning",
      "name": "House Cleaning",
      "met": 3.3,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "cooking",
      "name": "Cooking",
      "met": 2,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "gardening",
      "name": "Gardening",
      "met": 3.8,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "mowing-lawn",
      "name": "Mowing the Lawn",
      "met": 5.5,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "shoveling-snow",
      "name": "Shoveling Snow",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "walking-dog",
      "name": "Walking the Dog",
      "met": 3,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "shopping",
      "name": "Shopping (Walking with Cart)",
      "met": 2.3,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "playing-with-kids",
      "name": "Playing with Kids",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "sex",
      "name": "Sexual Activity",
      "met": 1.8,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "sleeping",
      "name": "Sleeping",
      "met": 0.95,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "kayaking",
      "name": "Kayaking",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Water Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "ice-fishing",
      "name": "Ice Fishing",
      "met": 2,
      "category": "Outdoor Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "snowshoeing",
      "name": "Snowshoeing",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Winter Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "fishing",
      "name": "Fishing",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Outdoor Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "weight-training",
      "name": "Weight Training",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "trail-running",
      "name": "Trail Running",
      "met": 10,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "mountain-biking",
      "name": "Mountain Biking",
      "met": 8.5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "horseback-riding",
      "name": "Horseback Riding",
      "met": 5.5,
      "category": "Outdoor Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "paddleboarding",
      "name": "Paddleboarding",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Water Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "skateboarding",
      "name": "Skateboarding",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Outdoor Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "ice-skating",
      "name": "Ice Skating",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Winter Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "beach-volleyball",
      "name": "Beach Volleyball",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Team Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "snorkeling",
      "name": "Snorkeling",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Water Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "pickleball",
      "name": "Pickleball",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Racket Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "bowling",
      "name": "Bowling",
      "met": 3,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "rollerblading",
      "name": "Rollerblading",
      "met": 7.5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "lacrosse",
      "name": "Lacrosse",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Team Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "field-hockey",
      "name": "Field Hockey",
      "met": 7.8,
      "category": "Team Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "water-polo",
      "name": "Water Polo",
      "met": 10,
      "category": "Water Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "fencing",
      "name": "Fencing",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "archery",
      "name": "Archery",
      "met": 4.3,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "sailing",
      "name": "Sailing",
      "met": 3,
      "category": "Outdoor Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "burpees",
      "name": "Burpees",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "jumping-jacks",
      "name": "Jumping Jacks",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "mountain-climbers",
      "name": "Mountain Climbers",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "lunges",
      "name": "Lunges",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "squats",
      "name": "Squats",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "deadlifts",
      "name": "Deadlifts",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "bench-press",
      "name": "Bench Press",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "pull-ups",
      "name": "Pull-Ups",
      "met": 7.5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "push-ups",
      "name": "Push-Ups",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "plank",
      "name": "Plank Hold",
      "met": 3.8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "kettlebell-swings",
      "name": "Kettlebell Swings",
      "met": 9,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "battle-ropes",
      "name": "Battle Ropes",
      "met": 10.3,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "box-jumps",
      "name": "Box Jumps",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "sled-push",
      "name": "Sled Push",
      "met": 9.5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "stair-climber-machine",
      "name": "Stair Climber Machine",
      "met": 9,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "rowing-machine-moderate",
      "name": "Rowing Machine (Moderate)",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "elliptical-training",
      "name": "Elliptical Training",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "house-cleaning",
      "name": "House Cleaning",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "raking-leaves",
      "name": "Raking Leaves",
      "met": 3.8,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "painting-walls",
      "name": "Painting Walls",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "moving-furniture",
      "name": "Moving Furniture",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "grocery-shopping",
      "name": "Grocery Shopping",
      "met": 2.3,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "standing-desk",
      "name": "Standing Desk Work",
      "met": 1.8,
      "category": "Daily Activities"
    },
    {
      "slug": "canoeing",
      "name": "Canoeing",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Water Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "trampoline",
      "name": "Trampoline Jumping",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "spin-class",
      "name": "Spin Class (Indoor Cycling)",
      "met": 8.5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "tai-chi",
      "name": "Tai Chi",
      "met": 3,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "zumba",
      "name": "Zumba",
      "met": 7.5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "barre-workout",
      "name": "Barre Workout",
      "met": 4.5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "rope-climbing",
      "name": "Rope Climbing",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "power-walking",
      "name": "Power Walking",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "wall-climbing",
      "name": "Indoor Wall Climbing",
      "met": 7.5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "jumping-rope-double-unders",
      "name": "Jump Rope (Double Unders)",
      "met": 12,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "swimming-laps-vigorous",
      "name": "Swimming Laps (Vigorous)",
      "met": 9.8,
      "category": "Water Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "handball",
      "name": "Handball",
      "met": 8,
      "category": "Team Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "cricket",
      "name": "Cricket",
      "met": 5,
      "category": "Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "racquetball",
      "name": "Racquetball",
      "met": 7,
      "category": "Racket Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "wall-sits",
      "name": "Wall Sits",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "turkish-get-up",
      "name": "Turkish Get-Up",
      "met": 6,
      "category": "Strength"
    },
    {
      "slug": "speed-skating",
      "name": "Speed Skating",
      "met": 13.5,
      "category": "Winter Sports"
    },
    {
      "slug": "step-aerobics",
      "name": "Step Aerobics",
      "met": 7.3,
      "category": "Cardio"
    },
    {
      "slug": "disc-golf",
      "name": "Disc Golf",
      "met": 3.5,
      "category": "Outdoor Activities"
    }
  ]
}