Table of Contents
How Fitbod Calculates Calories
How to Input Your Personal Profile Data in Fitbod
Why Fitbod’s Calorie Estimates May Differ from Other Apps
How Fitbod Calculates Calories / Frequently Asked Questions
Can I manually edit calories in Fitbod?
Why are my calories higher in Fitbod compared to Apple Health?
Why are my calories not syncing to Apple Health or other apps?
Overview
Fitbod estimates the number of calories burned during your workouts using a combination of factors, including workout duration, weight lifted, and personal profile data. If you use an Apple Watch, heart rate data is also incorporated into the calculation for improved accuracy.
How Fitbod Calculates Calories
Without an Apple Watch
If you are not using an Apple Watch, Fitbod calculates calories burned based on:
- Workout Duration – The total time spent exercising.
- Weight Lifted – The total volume of weight lifted during the workout.
- Personal Profile Data – Your weight, height, age, and gender are factored into the estimation.
- Exercise Type – Different exercises have different energy demands, which are accounted for in the calculation.
With an Apple Watch
If you are using an Apple Watch, Fitbod enhances its calorie calculation by incorporating:
- Heart Rate Data – The average heart rate recorded during the workout is factored into the calorie estimate.
- Afterburn Effect (EPOC) – Fitbod accounts for the excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC), which represents the additional calories burned after strength training.
How to Input Your Personal Profile Data in Fitbod
To ensure accurate calorie calculations, it’s important to keep your personal profile data up to date. Follow these steps to input or update your information:
On the Fitbod app (iOS & Android)
- Open the Fitbod app.
- Go to the Log Tab.
- Tap on the Settings Icon (top right corner).
- Scroll down to About You.
- Select Body/Health Profile.
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Enter or Update the Following Information:
- Weight
- Height
- Age
- Gender
- Save Your Changes
Syncing with Apple Health or Health Connect
If you prefer to sync your personal data from Apple Health (iOS) or Health Connect (Android), follow these steps:
For Apple Health (iOS)
- Open the Apple Health app.
- Tap your Profile Icon (top right).
- Select Apps > Fitbod.
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Enable Read Permissions for:
- Date of Birth
- Height
- Weight
- Sex
For Health Connect (Android)
- Open the Health Connect app.
- Go to Settings > Connected Apps > Fitbod.
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Enable Read Permissions for:
- Date of Birth
- Height
- Weight
- Sex
By keeping your profile data updated, Fitbod can provide more accurate calorie estimates tailored to your body composition.
⚠️ Important note: If Apple Health/Health Connect is synced with Height and Weight permissions enabled, Fitbod will automatically use this data, which will take precedence over manual entries.
Why Fitbod’s Calorie Estimates May Differ from Other Apps
Fitbod’s calorie estimates may be higher or lower than those from other fitness tracking apps due to differences in calculation methods:
- Apple Health & Apple Watch – Apple’s formula is more tailored to cardio-based activities and relies heavily on heart rate and movement data, which may result in lower calorie estimates for strength training.
- Fitbit & Garmin – These devices use proprietary algorithms that may not account for weightlifting volume in the same way Fitbod does.
- WHOOP & Other Wearables – Some wearables prioritize heart rate variability and other biometric data, leading to different calorie estimates.
How to Improve Accuracy
To ensure the most accurate calorie estimates in Fitbod:
- Keep Your Profile Updated – Make sure your weight, height, age, and gender are correctly entered in the Fitbod app.
- Use an Apple Watch – If available, using an Apple Watch will allow Fitbod to incorporate heart rate data for a more precise estimate.
- Avoid Double Logging – If you track workouts in both Fitbod and another app (e.g., Apple Health), ensure that Fitbod is set as the primary data source to prevent duplicate calorie entries.
How Fitbod Calculates Calories / FAQ
Can I manually edit calories in Fitbod?
Currently, Fitbod does not allow users to manually edit the calories burned for a workout. However, this feature has been requested and may be considered in future updates.
Why are my calories higher in Fitbod compared to Apple Health?
Fitbod includes the afterburn effect (EPOC) in its calculations, which accounts for additional calories burned after strength training. Apple Health primarily relies on heart rate and movement data, which may underestimate calorie burn for weightlifting workouts.
Why are my calories not syncing to Apple Health or other apps?
If your Fitbod calories are not syncing to Apple Health, Samsung Health, or Google Fit, check the following:
- Ensure Fitbod has permission to write Active Energy data in Apple Health.
- Verify that Fitbod is set as the primary data source in Apple Health.
- If using Samsung Health or Google Fit, confirm that Health Connect is properly configured.
Final Thoughts
Fitbod’s calorie calculation is designed to provide an estimate based on strength training principles. While it may differ from other fitness tracking apps, it is optimized for weightlifting and resistance training. If you have any concerns about calorie accuracy, ensure your profile is up to date and consider using an Apple Watch for enhanced tracking.
For further assistance, contact our Support Team at support@fitbod.me.