Rock Climbing (Ascending) is a moderate-intensity activity. A 155-pound person burns approximately 218.5 calories in 30 minutes and 436.9 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 Rock Climbing (Ascending) at various body weights and durations.
| Duration | 130 lbs | 155 lbs | 180 lbs | 205 lbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 89.9 cal | 109.2 cal | 128.5 cal | 147.9 cal |
| 30 min | 179.8 cal | 218.5 cal | 257.1 cal | 295.7 cal |
| 45 min | 269.8 cal | 327.7 cal | 385.6 cal | 443.6 cal |
| 60 min | 359.7 cal | 436.9 cal | 514.2 cal | 591.4 cal |
* Estimates are based on MET values and are approximations. Actual calories burned depend on fitness level, terrain, and individual factors.
🧮 Personalised Calorie Calculator
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About Rock Climbing (Ascending)
Rock climbing (ascending) is a full-body workout that demands strength, endurance, coordination, and problem-solving. A 155-pound person burns approximately 218.5 calories in 30 minutes of active climbing. It is particularly demanding on the forearms, back, core, and legs, developing functional grip strength and body tension that few other activities match.
Indoor climbing walls make the sport accessible year-round at all levels. Regular climbing develops exceptional upper body pulling strength, core stability, and mental focus. It is one of the fastest-growing fitness activities globally.
⚖️ Compare With Other Exercises
Calories burned in 30 minutes at 155 lbs.
| Exercise | Calories (30 min / 155 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Backpacking | 180 cal |
| Downhill Skiing | 221.3 cal |
| Shadowboxing | 265.7 cal |
| Deadlift | 221.3 cal |
| Aerobics | 243.5 cal |