Running vs Cycling vs Yoga: The Ultimate MET Value Comparison Guide
Keywords: Sports Comparison, MET Chart, Efficiency, Calorie Conversion, Fitness Choice
Ever struggled to decide: Run for 30 mins at 8km/h, or take a 1-hour Yoga class? Using MET values, we can weigh these completely different activities on the same scale.
Common Sports MET Leaderboard
(Data based on Compendium of Physical Activities)
| Activity | Description | MET Value | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Jump Rope | Fast | 12.3 | | Running | 10 km/h (6 min/km) | 9.8 | | Swimming | Freestyle, Moderate | 8.3 | | Cycling | 20 km/h | 8.0 | | HIIT | High Intensity | 8.0+ | | Tennis | Singles | 7.3 | | Brisk Walk | 5.5 km/h | 3.8 | | Yoga | Hatha | 2.5 | | Chores | Sweeping/Vacuuming | 3.3 |
The "Efficiency" Truth
From the chart:
- Efficiency King: Jump Rope. 10 mins (12.3 METs) ≈ 40 mins Yoga (2.5 METs).
- Underrated Chores: 1 hour of heavy cleaning is equivalent to 1 hour of brisk walking.
How to Choose?
- Short on Time: Pick MET > 8 (Run, Jump, Swim).
- Bad Knees: Pick High MET but Low Impact (Swim, Cycle).
- Recovery Day: Pick MET < 3 (Yoga, Walk).
MET Goals App has a detailed built-in database. Whatever you do, check its MET value to make sure your sweat counts.
