Walking: 16 minutes per mile Calories Burned

Walking: 16 minutes per mile is a moderate-intensity activity. A 155-pound person burns approximately 173.0 calories in 30 minutes and 346.0 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 Walking: 16 minutes per mile at various body weights and durations.

Duration	130 lbs	155 lbs	180 lbs	205 lbs
15 min	72.1 cal	86.5 cal	100.9 cal	115.4 cal
30 min	144.1 cal	173 cal	201.9 cal	230.8 cal
45 min	216.2 cal	259.5 cal	302.8 cal	346.2 cal
60 min	288.3 cal	346 cal	403.8 cal	461.6 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 Walking: 16 minutes per mile

A 16-minute-per-mile walking pace (3.75 mph) falls between a brisk and power walk, offering a good balance of accessibility and cardiovascular benefit. A 155-pound person burns approximately 173.0 calories in 30 minutes. This pace is achievable for most moderately active adults and can be sustained for long durations.

Walking at this pace regularly supports heart health, improves stamina, and contributes to daily calorie expenditure. It is an excellent option for active commuting or lunch break exercise.

Compare With Other Exercises

See how Walking: 16 minutes per mile compares to other popular exercises (calories burned in 30 minutes at 155 lbs).

Exercise	Calories (30 min / 155 lbs)
Cross-country Skiing	218.5 cal
Running: 9 minutes per mile	387.7 cal
Dancing	177.7 cal
Surfing general	107.3 cal
Elliptical (Low Intensity)	164.8 cal