Pole Dancing - How many calories are burned!

  • Does anyone know how many calories are burned during 1 hour of pole dancing??
    I take two 1hr 15 min of classes a week, one level 2 class the other pole conditioning class (kicks my *** in the best way possible).
    I have recently started calorie counting and would really like to know how many calories are burned in a moderately intense class.

    Also would recommend pole dancing to anyone remotely interested.....its AMAZING!

    Thanks
  • The only real way to know would be to wear a heart rate monitor (the kind with a chest strap) to figure out the best guestimate for calories burned.

    I say don't worry about the numbers and just have fun!
  • Ah I'm so jealous lol. I was interested in that, but no classes offered in a driving range where I live haha. .
  • Quote: The only real way to know would be to wear a heart rate monitor (the kind with a chest strap) to figure out the best guestimate for calories burned.

    I say don't worry about the numbers and just have fun!
    Thanks.
    Unfortunately wearing a heart rate monitor is not possible for me. I love pole dancing so the fun aspect is always there, but an estimate of calories lost is super helpful for calorie counting.
  • Quote: Ah I'm so jealous lol. I was interested in that, but no classes offered in a driving range where I live haha. .
    It is amazing!!! I heard there was online courses that can be taken too.
  • I would google it to get an idea - here is one result that came up:

    http://www.fitnessblender.com/v/arti...ncing-Burn/c8/

    Here’s a breakdown of approximate expenditure for each type; all estimation ranges are calculated for individuals weighing between 120-190 lbs. Actual figures will fluctuate according to variables such as weight, muscle mass, gender, and intensity or effort put forth. PER HOUR:

    Pole dancing calories burned – Along with building strength, you can burn between 250 and 350 while partaking in this popular workout trend.
  • I don't know, but it was definitely a workout when I tried it. And oh, SUCH a good arm and thigh strength training exercise!
  • Now that is one exercise I cannot imagine myself doing. The mental image has me laughing at myself!
  • Berryblondeboys - I thought that too, and actually got dragged as part of a bachelorette party. It was really fun, though!
  • Quote: I would google it to get an idea - here is one result that came up:

    Here’s a breakdown of approximate expenditure for each type; all estimation ranges are calculated for individuals weighing between 120-190 lbs. Actual figures will fluctuate according to variables such as weight, muscle mass, gender, and intensity or effort put forth. PER HOUR:

    Pole dancing calories burned – Along with building strength, you can burn between 250 and 350 while partaking in this popular workout trend.

    Thanks so much! I'll probably just put it at 300 if I cant find more acurate numbers
  • Quote: Berryblondeboys - I thought that too, and actually got dragged as part of a bachelorette party. It was really fun, though!
    SO much fun!!! I recommend it to everyone!!