Jumping Jacks Calories Burned Calculator

The jumping jacks calories burned calculator helps compute the energy used during this full-body exercise using Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) value.

For a 150-pound person performing jumping jacks at moderate intensity (8 METs) for 15 minutes: Calories Burned = (8 METs × 3.5 × 68 kg × 15 minutes) ÷ 200 = 142.8 calories

Calorie Goal	Estimated Jumping Jacks	Approximate Time	Rest Breaks
100 calories	600-800	8-10 min	1 break
200 calories	1200-1600	15-20 min	2 breaks
300 calories	1800-2400	25-30 min	2-3 breaks
400 calories	2400-3200	35-40 min	3-4 breaks
500 calories	3000-4000	45-50 min	4-5 breaks
600 calories	3600-4800	55-65 min	5-6 breaks
800 calories	4800-6400	70-80 min	6-7 breaks
1000 calories	6000-8000	90-100 min	8-9 breaks

Target Calories	130 lbs	150 lbs	170 lbs	190 lbs	210 lbs
100 calories	11.5 min	10.0 min	8.8 min	7.9 min	7.1 min
500 calories	57.7 min	50.0 min	44.1 min	39.5 min	35.7 min
800 calories	92.3 min	80.0 min	70.6 min	63.2 min	57.1 min
1000 calories	115.4 min	100.0 min	88.2 min	79.0 min	71.4 min

Jumping Jacks	Duration	130 lbs	150 lbs	170 lbs	190 lbs	210 lbs
50	30-40 sec	5.2 cal	6.0 cal	6.8 cal	7.6 cal	8.4 cal
100	1-1.5 min	10.4 cal	12.0 cal	13.6 cal	15.2 cal	16.8 cal
200	2-3 min	20.8 cal	24.0 cal	27.2 cal	30.4 cal	33.6 cal
300	3-4 min	31.2 cal	36.0 cal	40.8 cal	45.6 cal	50.4 cal
500	6-8 min	52.0 cal	60.0 cal	68.0 cal	76.0 cal	84.0 cal
1000	12-15 min	104.0 cal	120.0 cal	136.0 cal	152.0 cal	168.0 cal

Jumping Jacks Calories Burned Calculation Formula

The formula for calculating calories burned during jumping jacks is:

Calories Burned = (MET × 3.5 × weight in kg × duration in minutes) ÷ 200

Where:

MET: 8 for moderate intensity, 10 for vigorous intensity
3.5: Standard oxygen consumption at rest
Weight: Your body weight in kilograms
Duration: Time spent exercising in minutes

A 70 kg person doing vigorous jumping jacks (10 METs) for 20 minutes: Calories Burned = (10 × 3.5 × 70 × 20) ÷ 200 = 245 calories

How to Calculate How Many Calories Do Jumping Jacks Burn?

To calculate your personal calorie burn:

Convert your weight to kilograms (divide pounds by 2.2)
Determine your exercise intensity (8-10 METs)
Measure your exercise duration
Apply the formula above

For a 165-pound person (75 kg) doing moderate jumping jacks for 10 minutes: Calories Burned = (8 × 3.5 × 75 × 10) ÷ 200 = 105 calories

How Many Jumping Jacks Burn 100 Calories?

For a 160-pound person (72.7 kg) performing moderate-intensity jumping jacks:

Rate: Approximately 10 calories per minute
Required time: 10 minutes
Estimated repetitions: 150-200 jumping jacks

To burn 100 calories:

At 8 METs: (8 × 3.5 × 72.7 × X) ÷ 200 = 100
Solving for X ≈ 9.8 minutes

The number of jumping jacks needed to burn 100 calories varies based on individual factors.

How Many Calories is 10 Minutes of Jumping Jacks?

For an 180-pound person (81.8 kg) doing vigorous jumping jacks: Calories Burned = (10 × 3.5 × 81.8 × 10) ÷ 200 = 143.2 calories

A 10-minute jumping jack session can burn between 90-140 calories, depending on:

Body weight
Exercise intensity
Proper form
Fitness level

What is Jumping Jacks?

Jumping jacks are dynamic, full-body exercises that combine simultaneous arm and leg movements. Starting from a standing position, you jump while spreading your legs and raising your arms overhead, then return to the starting position.

How Many Calories Does 100 Jumping Jacks Burn?

Performing 100 jumping jacks typically burns between 15-20 calories for the average person.

A 170-pound person performing 100 jumping jacks at a moderate pace (approximately 1 minute): Calories Burned = (8 METs × 3.5 × 77.3 kg × 1 minute) ÷ 200 = 10.8 calories

The exact caloric expenditure depends on several key factors:

Body composition and muscle mass
Exercise intensity and form
Metabolic rate and fitness level
Recovery time between sets

How Many Jumping Jacks to Burn 500 Calories?

For most individuals:

Duration: 45-60 minutes
Repetitions: 3000-4000 jumping jacks
Intensity: Moderate to vigorous
Rest intervals: 30-60 seconds every 5 minutes

For a 165-pound person exercising at vigorous intensity: Time needed = (500 × 200) ÷ (10 METs × 3.5 × 75 kg) = 38.1 minutes of continuous movement

To achieve a 500-calorie burn through jumping jacks alone requires significant dedication and proper pacing.

How Many Jumping Jacks to Burn 1000 Calories?

Burning 1000 calories through jumping jacks is an ambitious goal requiring:

Extended duration: 90-120 minutes
Total repetitions: 6000-8000
Strategic rest periods: Essential for safety
Proper hydration and energy management

A 180-pound person would need: Time required = (1000 × 200) ÷ (8 METs × 3.5 × 81.8 kg) = 87.3 minutes

How Many Calories Does 50 Jumping Jacks Burn?

A set of 50 jumping jacks typically results in:

Time frame: 30-40 seconds
Calorie burn: 7-12 calories
Energy expenditure varies by intensity
Heart rate elevation: Moderate

A 140-pound person at moderate intensity: Calories = (8 METs × 3.5 × 63.6 kg × 0.5 minutes) ÷ 200 = 4.5 calories

How Many Calories Does 200 Jumping Jacks Burn?

Completing 200 jumping jacks creates a more substantial workout:

Duration: 2-3 minutes
Calorie burn: 25-35 calories
Cardiovascular benefit: Moderate to high
Muscle engagement: Full body activation

A 190-pound person performing 200 jumping jacks: Calories = (8 METs × 3.5 × 86.4 kg × 2.5 minutes) ÷ 200 = 30.2 calories

How Many Jumping Jacks to Burn 800 Calories?

Achieving an 800-calorie burn requires:

Time investment: 70-90 minutes
Repetitions: 5000-6000
Intensity management: Crucial for sustainability
Recovery strategy: Important for completion

For a 175-pound person: Required time = (800 × 200) ÷ (9 METs × 3.5 × 79.5 kg) = 64.8 minutes

References

American Council on Exercise (ACE): www.acefitness.org
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise Journal: www.acsm.org
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM): www.nasm.org

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