Basketball: General is a moderate-intensity activity. A 155-pound person burns approximately 166.2 calories in 30 minutes and 332.4 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
Estimated calories burned doing Basketball: General at various body weights and durations.
| Duration | 130 lbs | 155 lbs | 180 lbs | 205 lbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 69.6 cal | 83.1 cal | 96.6 cal | 110.1 cal |
| 30 min | 139.2 cal | 166.2 cal | 193.2 cal | 220.2 cal |
| 45 min | 208.8 cal | 249.3 cal | 289.8 cal | 330.3 cal |
| 60 min | 278.4 cal | 332.4 cal | 386.4 cal | 440.4 cal |
* Estimates are based on MET values and are approximations. Actual calories burned depend on fitness level, terrain, and individual factors.
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About Basketball: General
General basketball activity — including shooting, passing drills, and light play — provides a fun and engaging workout that burns around 166.2 calories per 30 minutes for a 155-pound person. It develops hand-eye coordination, agility, and cardiovascular fitness while requiring little more than a ball and hoop.
Even casual basketball activity involves repeated bursts of movement, lateral shuffling, and jumping that engage the lower body and core. It is a great way to stay active while enjoying a social sport.
⚖️ Compare With Other Exercises
Calories burned in 30 minutes at 155 lbs.
| Exercise | Calories (30 min / 155 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Trampoline (Jumping) | 111.1 cal |
| Running: 11 minutes per mile | 331.8 cal |
| Running: 9 minutes per mile | 387.7 cal |
| Rowing | 201.7 cal |
| Table Tennis (Ping Pong) | 149.2 cal |