20 Push-ups burns about 7 kcal for a 70 kg (154 lb) person.
20 Push-ups burns about 7 kcal for a 70 kg (154 lb) person.
Amount: 20 reps
Calories burned by 20 Push-ups are computed using the ACSM formula: kcal = (MET × 3.5 × body weight kg ÷ 200) × minutes. The MET for 20 Push-ups is 8. MET stands for Metabolic Equivalent — 1 MET equals resting metabolism (sitting still).
Heavier people burn more calories doing the same activity because more mass must be moved. The calculator above updates in real time as you change the weight.
kcal doing 20 Push-ups · 70 kg = highlighted
| Body weight | Weight (lb) | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| 50 kg | 110 lb | 5 kcal |
| 60 kg | 132 lb | 6 kcal |
| 70 kg | 154 lb | 7 kcal |
| 80 kg | 176 lb | 7 kcal |
| 90 kg | 198 lb | 8 kcal |
| 100 kg | 220 lb | 9 kcal |
kcal · 20 Push-ups · 70 kg
kcal in 30 min · 70 kg · 20 Push-ups = highlighted
20 Push-ups is a specific amount of the Push-ups activity. The calories computed above apply to this fixed amount at 70 kg body weight.
All values use the MET approach from the Compendium of Physical Activities (Ainsworth et al. 2011) and the ACSM formula. Figures are gross calories (including resting metabolism) — individual variation due to fitness level, technique, temperature, and metabolic efficiency can be ±20–30%.
For more precise measurements, heart-rate-based devices or lab testing (indirect calorimetry) are recommended.
20 Push-ups can support weight loss when total calorie expenditure exceeds intake. A deficit of 7,700 kcal corresponds to approximately 1 kg of body fat. Regular 20 Push-ups sessions can build this deficit — especially when you enjoy the activity enough to stick with it long-term.
A 70 kg (154 lb) person burns about 7 kcal doing 20 Push-ups.
Yes. A 90 kg person burns about 8 kcal — more than the 7 kcal for a 70 kg person.
It depends on your goals. As part of a varied routine, 20 Push-ups can contribute meaningfully to daily calorie burn. For endurance and strength, combine multiple activity types.
20 Push-ups burns calories and can support weight loss when you maintain a calorie deficit. Consistency is key: regular activity over weeks and months, combined with balanced nutrition.
The figure uses the MET-based approach from the Compendium of Physical Activities (Ainsworth et al. 2011) combined with the ACSM formula. Individual factors such as fitness level and pace can vary ±20–30%.
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