Carrying your child while walking

WarmDontBurn

I try to walk without the kids but if I have to take them it is generally in the stroller. Tonight we tried a backpack carrier and the only thing that stopped us was the rain

How can I figure out the calories. I use I map my run app but have no idea how to add an extra 17lbs (what she weighs) to the mix.

Anyone know?

TIA

abyt42

This may work if you know distance: http://www.healthstatus.com/calculate/cbc

melodyg

On Map My Run, you can put in your weight (there is an option to "change weight" when you put in a workout). I'd just add the 17 pounds to it and see what the calorie burn is. I'd guess not that much difference for 17 pounds but I could be wrong!

dieselveins

Try hiking it will come up with s pack option of under 10 lb pack or a 10-20 lb pack just a thought for you.. carrying your child will give a higher calorie burn keep it up n good luck

3babybeans

There is actually an option in the database for walking, carrying 15 pound load or child. That might be a good choice for you! Good luck!

Chrissun

Good question and helpful answers...I was just wondering this today. I went on a walk, baby decided he was done riding and I walked almost a mile carrying him .

WarmDontBurn

Thanks. I tried but don't see some of those options.

For walking I don't see any option for carrying and with hiking I see carrying a backpack but no weights just medium and large.