Question 1

How many calories does a 60kg person burn cycling for 30 minutes?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 60kg person burns approximately 180 calories cycling for 30 minutes. At a slow pace: 120 kcal. Fast pace: 300 kcal.

Question 2

How many calories does a 60kg person burn cycling for 1 hour?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 60kg person burns approximately 360 calories cycling for 1 hour. At a slow pace: 240 kcal. Fast pace: 600 kcal.

Question 3

Is cycling a good exercise for weight loss in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Cycling burns 360 kcal per hour at moderate pace for a 60kg 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	60 kcal	90 kcal	150 kcal
20 min	80 kcal	120 kcal	200 kcal
30 min	120 kcal	180 kcal	300 kcal
45 min	180 kcal	270 kcal	450 kcal
60 min	240 kcal	360 kcal	600 kcal
75 min	300 kcal	450 kcal	750 kcal
90 min	360 kcal	540 kcal	900 kcal
120 min	480 kcal	720 kcal	1200 kcal

Calories Burned Cycling — 60kg

Full Duration Table — Moderate Pace