Calories Burned in Speed Roller Skating

Some people believe long, monotonous exercise sessions is the way to lose weight; this is not true. Do not let your body become acclimated to the same exercise program or you will plateau, or stop losing weight. Plus, the same program day after day will bore you. However, roller-skating is an easy way to burn calories in a short time and it is fun, too.
Aerobic Advantages
Roller-skating can furnish a solid cardio workout that burns fat and calories. Roller Skating International reports that roller-skating provides the same aerobic benefits as running if you skate at 10 miles per hour or more. However, skating reduces stress on your joints and ligaments, unlike running.
A 30-Minute Workout
If you are too busy for long workouts, try half-hour workouts. Many gym chains offer a 30-minute option in the form of a class or circuit training program for those on the go. According to Harvard Health Publications, roller-skating can burn between 210 and 311 calories in 30 minutes, depending on your weight.
Skate Off 1 Lb.
For each pound of body weight you would like to get rid of, you must burn off approximately 3,500 calories. A 150-lb. individual skating 11 mph burns about 10 calories per minute. This means a 150-lb. person skating 11 mph will have to skate six hours to get rid of 1 lb. -- 3,500 calories/10 calories = 350 minutes; 350 minutes/60 minutes per hour = six hours of skating
Skate Off 20 Lbs.
If you skate enough to burn another 800 calories daily, you will lose 20 pounds in approximately three months. By allowing yourself six months to shed 20 lbs., you only need to burn off 400 calories daily. The amount of roller-skating necessary to burn up 800 and 400 calories, respectively, varies widely from person to person, because it depends on your own body weight and how fast you skate.
Versatile Workout
Roller-skating is a good workout for beginners and veteran exercisers. It is best to begin slowly and skate for only 20 to 30 minutes per session. Skating works many major muscle groups as well as increases your heart rate. Once you get stronger, you can increase time and speed. Roller-skating can be done indoors in a rink or outdoors on concrete. Always wear protective gear like a helmet, knee pads and wrist guards in case you fall.