Jump Rope Calories Calculator
Estimate calories burned jumping rope — one of the most efficient cardio workouts, burning 10–14 kcal per minute at moderate-to-high intensity.
Reviewed October 7, 2026 Runs in your browser — inputs are never stored
This tool provides general sports and fitness estimates for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice — consult a physician before starting or intensifying training, especially if you have a cardiovascular condition.
About the Jump Rope Calories Calculator
The jump rope calories calculator uses MET values from 8 (slow) to 13.5 (double-unders) to estimate energy burned from your weight and time. Skipping is one of the most efficient cardio exercises, but most people can only sustain fast rope work in short intervals.
How to use it
- 1Enter your weight in kilograms.
- 2Enter jumping time in minutes.
- 3Choose the speed and press Calculate.
Worked example
15 minutes at a moderate pace (10 METs) for a 70 kg person burns about 10 × 70 × 0.25 = 175 kcal.
How it works
Formula
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours). Jump rope MET: Slow=8, Moderate=10, Fast=12.3, Double-unders=13.5.
Common use cases
- Planning home cardio
- Boxing and conditioning workouts
- Logging interval sessions
Frequently asked questions
A:At moderate intensity (MET 10), a 70 kg person burns about 117 calories in 10 minutes.
A:Jump rope and running burn similar calories per minute at equivalent intensity.
A:Beginners typically start at 60–80 RPM; experienced jumpers reach 120+ RPM.
A:Yes — double-unders (rope passes twice per jump) require more power and burn significantly more calories.
A:Even 10–20 minutes is highly effective. Beginners may start with 5 minutes and build up.
Reviewed for accuracy · Last updated October 7, 2026
Formulas follow published sports-science literature and official league definitions (Karvonen heart rate reserve, Cooper and Bruce protocols, MET compendium values, and standard baseball, cricket, and basketball statistics).
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