Tennis Calories Burned
Tennis is a moderate-intensity activity. A 155-pound person burns approximately 246.0 calories in 30 minutes and 492.0 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 Tennis at various body weights and durations.
| Duration | 130 lbs | 155 lbs | 180 lbs | 205 lbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 100.5 cal | 123 cal | 145.5 cal | 168 cal |
| 30 min | 201 cal | 246 cal | 291 cal | 336 cal |
| 45 min | 301.5 cal | 369 cal | 436.5 cal | 504 cal |
| 60 min | 402 cal | 492 cal | 582 cal | 672 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 Tennis
Tennis is a dynamic racket sport that provides excellent cardiovascular and muscular conditioning. A 155-pound person burns approximately 246.0 calories in 30 minutes of singles play. The repeated sprints, direction changes, and powerful strokes engage the legs, core, and upper body throughout a match.
Regular tennis play improves cardiovascular endurance, agility, coordination, and upper body strength. It is a highly social sport that can be played at competitive or recreational levels well into older age.
Compare With Other Exercises
See how Tennis compares to other popular exercises (calories burned in 30 minutes at 155 lbs).
| Exercise | Calories (30 min / 155 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Snow Shoveling | 194.7 cal |
| Softball | 141.5 cal |
| Walking: 18 minutes per mile | 150.5 cal |
| Spinning | 308.5 cal |
| Basketball: General | 166.2 cal |