Last updated: 4 October 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Morley, FA Level 2 Football Coach
Calories burned cycling
Estimated burn
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Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this?
It's a good estimate from average intensity. If you ride with a power meter, total work in kilojoules is approximately equal to calories burned, which is more precise than a MET estimate.
Does riding into a headwind burn significantly more calories?
Yes — wind resistance increases roughly with the square of your speed relative to the air, so riding into even a moderate headwind can noticeably increase the effort (and therefore calories burned) needed to hold the same speed compared to calm conditions.