Speedball is a team sport in which the object is to capture the opposing team's flag and eliminate players. Speedball is a fast-paced game that requires teamwork and strategy.
Formula
The number of calories you can burn playing speedball depends on the intensity of your game, how long you play and your weight. The formula for quantifying the total number of calories burned during an activity is (METs x 3.5 x weight in kg) ÷ 200) x duration in minutes. MET, or metabolic equivalent, is a calculation that represents your energy output. Convert your weight to kilograms by dividing your weight in pounds by 2.2. A 145 lb. person weighs 65.9 kg.
MET Values
According to the Compendium of Physical Activities Tracking Guide, playing a game that involves running and chasing, but no actual tackling has a MET value of 8.0. If your speedball game is even more intense, its MET value is about 9.0.
Calories Burned
A 145 lb. person playing a game of speedball can burn an estimated 554 calories to 624 calories per hour. Playing speedball once a week can help you drop pounds and reduce the risk for a variety of health problems such as high blood pressure and obesity.
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