Question 1

How many calories does a 50kg person burn cycling for 30 minutes?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 50kg person burns approximately 150 calories cycling for 30 minutes. At a slow pace: 100 kcal. Fast pace: 250 kcal.

Question 2

How many calories does a 50kg person burn cycling for 1 hour?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 50kg person burns approximately 300 calories cycling for 1 hour. At a slow pace: 200 kcal. Fast pace: 500 kcal.

Question 3

Is cycling a good exercise for weight loss in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Cycling burns 300 kcal per hour at moderate pace for a 50kg person. Combined with a calorie deficit diet, regular cycling can support sustainable weight loss.

Question 4

How accurate are calorie burn estimates?

Accepted Answer

These estimates use MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values and body weight. Actual calorie burn varies based on fitness level, terrain, temperature, and individual metabolism. Use as a guideline, not an exact measure.

Duration	Slow (4 MET)	Moderate (6 MET)	Fast (10 MET)
15 min	50 kcal	75 kcal	125 kcal
20 min	67 kcal	100 kcal	167 kcal
30 min	100 kcal	150 kcal	250 kcal
45 min	150 kcal	225 kcal	375 kcal
60 min	200 kcal	300 kcal	500 kcal
75 min	250 kcal	375 kcal	625 kcal
90 min	300 kcal	450 kcal	750 kcal
120 min	400 kcal	600 kcal	1000 kcal

Calories Burned Cycling — 50kg

Full Duration Table — Moderate Pace