🎾 Tennis Match Energy Expenditure Tool

Calculate match energy expenditure, calorie burn, and optimize recovery with advanced performance metrics

Match Data

Total time spent playing
Your current body weight
Your primary playing style affects energy use
Different surfaces require different energy levels
Competitive intensity of the match
Average number of shots in each rally
Environmental conditions affect energy expenditure
Relative humidity during play

Energy Analysis Results

Enter your match data to see detailed energy analysis

🎾 Understanding Tennis Energy Expenditure

🔥 Calorie Burn Rates

  • Casual Play: 6-8 cal/min
  • Club Match: 8-10 cal/min
  • Tournament Match: 10-14 cal/min
  • Professional: 14-18+ cal/min

🏟️ Surface Energy Impact

  • Hard Court: Baseline energy cost
  • Clay Court: +15% energy use
  • Grass Court: +10% energy use
  • Carpet Court: -5% energy use

💧 Hydration Needs

  • Normal conditions: 500-750ml/hour
  • Hot/humid: 750-1000ml/hour
  • High intensity: +25% fluid needs
  • Monitor urine color as guide

⚡ Recovery Requirements

  • Light match (<60min): 24 hours
  • Medium match (60-90min): 48 hours
  • Long match (>90min): 72+ hours
  • Focus on carbs and protein