Question 1

How many calories does a 90kg person burn cycling for 30 minutes?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 90kg person burns approximately 270 calories cycling for 30 minutes. At a slow pace: 180 kcal. Fast pace: 450 kcal.

Question 2

How many calories does a 90kg person burn cycling for 1 hour?

Accepted Answer

At moderate pace, a 90kg person burns approximately 540 calories cycling for 1 hour. At a slow pace: 360 kcal. Fast pace: 900 kcal.

Question 3

Is cycling a good exercise for weight loss in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Cycling burns 540 kcal per hour at moderate pace for a 90kg 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	90 kcal	135 kcal	225 kcal
20 min	120 kcal	180 kcal	300 kcal
30 min	180 kcal	270 kcal	450 kcal
45 min	270 kcal	405 kcal	675 kcal
60 min	360 kcal	540 kcal	900 kcal
75 min	450 kcal	675 kcal	1125 kcal
90 min	540 kcal	810 kcal	1350 kcal
120 min	720 kcal	1080 kcal	1800 kcal

Calories Burned Cycling — 90kg

Full Duration Table — Moderate Pace