Question 1

How many calories does a 80kg person burn cycling for 30 minutes?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 80kg person burns approximately 240 calories cycling for 30 minutes. At a slow pace: 160 kcal. Fast pace: 400 kcal.

Question 2

How many calories does a 80kg person burn cycling for 1 hour?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 80kg person burns approximately 480 calories cycling for 1 hour. At a slow pace: 320 kcal. Fast pace: 800 kcal.

Question 3

Is cycling a good exercise for weight loss in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Cycling burns 480 kcal per hour at moderate pace for a 80kg 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	80 kcal	120 kcal	200 kcal
20 min	107 kcal	160 kcal	267 kcal
30 min	160 kcal	240 kcal	400 kcal
45 min	240 kcal	360 kcal	600 kcal
60 min	320 kcal	480 kcal	800 kcal
75 min	400 kcal	600 kcal	1000 kcal
90 min	480 kcal	720 kcal	1200 kcal
120 min	640 kcal	960 kcal	1600 kcal

Calories Burned Cycling — 80kg

Full Duration Table — Moderate Pace