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How does

ontrack2be
ontrack2be Posts: 11
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Hi there

If I go to the gym and work out for 60 minutes. How do I know how many calories I have burnt. DOes this website work it out for me or do I need a HRM?

Many thanks
D.

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  • brennsie
    brennsie Posts: 41
    Well it really depends on what types of exercises you do. MFP will track cadio workouts at the gym (biking, running, walking, stair master, ect), but its a lot harder to track the strength training aspects of the gym (weight lifting and machine work). For a more accurate reading of how many calories you burn, I would recommend a HRM.
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    No, you do not need an hrm. If you did a cardio activity, the exercise is probably listed. If did strength training, it's listed under cardio as "strength training".
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