Conversions for Metabolic Calculations
mph to m/min – multiply by 26.8
Kgm/min to Watts – multiply by 0.164
Watts to kgm/min – multiply by 6.12
VO2 L min to kcal/min – multiply by 4.9
MET to ml/kg/min – multiply by 3.5
Work rate (kgm/min) = resistance (kg) x distance per revolution of flywheel x rpm
Distance per revolution on fly wheel: Monark = 6 m; Tunturi = 3 m