Kickboxing (Cardio) Calories Burned

Kickboxing (Cardio) is a high-intensity activity. A 155-pound person burns approximately 313.9 calories in 30 minutes and 627.8 calories in a full hour. Heavier individuals burn more calories for the same duration, while lighter individuals burn fewer. Use the calculator below to get a personalised estimate based on your own weight and time.


Calories Burned by Weight and Duration

The table below shows estimated calories burned doing Kickboxing (Cardio) at various body weights and durations.

Duration 130 lbs 155 lbs 180 lbs 205 lbs
15 min 131.6 cal 156.9 cal 182.2 cal 207.6 cal
30 min 263.2 cal 313.9 cal 364.5 cal 415.1 cal
45 min 394.9 cal 470.8 cal 546.8 cal 622.7 cal
60 min 526.5 cal 627.8 cal 729 cal 830.2 cal

* Estimates are based on MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values and are approximations. Actual calories burned depend on fitness level, terrain, and other individual factors.


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About Kickboxing (Cardio)

Cardio kickboxing combines punching and kicking combinations from martial arts with continuous cardiovascular movement into a high-energy group fitness format. A 155-pound person burns approximately 313.9 calories in 30 minutes, making it one of the most calorie-intensive group fitness classes available. The full-body nature of the movements engages arms, legs, and core simultaneously.

Cardio kickboxing does not involve contact with other participants, making it accessible and safe for all fitness levels. Classes develop coordination, agility, and cardiovascular fitness while providing a high-energy, motivating group environment.


Compare With Other Exercises

See how Kickboxing (Cardio) compares to other popular exercises (calories burned in 30 minutes at 155 lbs).

Exercise Calories (30 min / 155 lbs)
Softball 141.5 cal
Surfing general 107.3 cal
Basketball: Game 297.8 cal
Lifting Weights 177.3 cal
Soccer 258.7 cal