MET (Metabolic Equivalent) Calculator

mL/kg/min
kg
minutes
Health Updated 16 Jun 2026

MET (Metabolic Equivalent) Calculator is a health and wellness calculator that helps you calculate met (metabolic equivalent) values from your input data. The formula used is: MET = VO2 (mL/kg/min) ÷ 3.5; Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (h). Enter values using the units shown next to each input field (e.g. kg, cm, years).

Formula

MET = VO2 (mL/kg/min) ÷ 3.5; Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (h)

Example Calculation

Inputs
  • Oxygen Consumption (VO2): 35 mL/kg/min
  • Weight: 70 kg
  • Duration: 45 minutes

Suppose you enter: Oxygen Consumption (VO2) = 35, Weight = 70, Duration = 45. The calculator applies the formula (MET = VO2 (mL/kg/min) ÷ 3.5; Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (h)) and shows all output values below. Change any input field to immediately see how the result changes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the MET (Metabolic Equivalent)?
The MET (Metabolic Equivalent) Calculator is a health and wellness calculator that helps you calculate met (metabolic equivalent) values from your input data. Enter values using the units shown next to each input field (e.g. kg, cm, years).
When should I use this calculator?
Use this calculator whenever you need a quick, accurate result for met (metabolic equivalent) values from your input data without working through the arithmetic manually.
What units should I enter?
Enter values using the units shown next to each input field (e.g. kg, cm, years).
How accurate are the results?
This calculator uses widely accepted health formulas and returns screening estimates only. It does not replace a diagnosis from a qualified healthcare professional.
How do I interpret the result?
Compare your result with published reference ranges. Values outside the normal range warrant a conversation with your doctor.
How can I verify the calculation manually?
Use the displayed formula and work through the numbers step by step. If your manual result differs slightly, check rounding and unit conversions first.
Can I use this for planning and budgeting?
Yes. Run best-case, expected, and worst-case inputs to compare outcomes and make safer planning decisions.