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Stair Climbing Calories (Up, Down, or Mixed)

Enter your weight, how long you climbed, and the intensity, and you get an estimate of the calories burned. Going up burns more than going down.

How to use
  1. Enter your body weight in lb or kg.
  2. Enter how many minutes you spent on the stairs.
  3. Choose direction: up, down, or mixed.
Quick duration
Calories burned
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MET value
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Pace
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Est. steps climbed
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Est. floors
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Estimates for general wellness, not medical advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian before acting on health figures.
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Common questions

Does going down stairs burn calories?

Yes, but less than climbing up. Descending has a lower MET value because gravity does part of the work.

How many calories does climbing stairs burn?

A 155 lb person burns roughly 8 to 10 calories per minute of brisk stair climbing, so 15 minutes is around 120 to 150 calories.

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