Calorie Question

tfalgout
tfalgout Posts: 3
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
My husband and I just went on a 25 min. bike ride. When we entered our exercise, his said that he burned 143 calories and mine said 119 for the same exact thing. What's the deal? Is it different because of gender and age? Thanks!

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  • Krisgren
    Krisgren Posts: 93 Member
    ya my mom and I were just talking about that too, she is heavier then me and when we exercise together her calorie burn is more then mine, I was really confused at the beginning lol.
  • Living4Liz2012
    Living4Liz2012 Posts: 312
    you remember when it asks you how many days you work out, how long, and at what level???

    that's what it's based off:)
  • Jynus
    Jynus Posts: 519 Member
    it's cause you weigh less than him most likely. less weight = less force required to move it. less force = less calories burned.
  • Living4Liz2012
    Living4Liz2012 Posts: 312
    the more active you are, and enter into the questions asked...the higher your calorie count will be

    I hope I make sense, and correct...just trying to help out:)
  • tfalgout
    tfalgout Posts: 3
    Thanks for all the quick responses. It makes sense. Even though we entered the same amount on everything, he definitely weighs more than I do. I thought it was just another testament of how men can lose weight faster than women. :)
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    Yes, your height, weight, gender all factor into how many calories you burn.
  • ElizabethRoad
    ElizabethRoad Posts: 5,138 Member
    you remember when it asks you how many days you work out, how long, and at what level???

    that's what it's based off:)
    No, that's not correct.

    It's simple - the more you weigh the more effort it takes to move your body.
  • tfalgout
    tfalgout Posts: 3
    This is so cool and informative! We just joined today and this is really going to make it easier. Thanks!
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