Lacrosse mixes running, sprinting, stick handling, contact, and rapid transitions across the field. It combines endurance with repeated high-speed plays and upper-body skill. Training or games can create a broad load across aerobic fitness, agility, coordination, and strength.
Exercise Metrics
Fitness Profile [1]
Heart Rate Zones [2]
Activity Type Details
Calorie Burn
Estimated active Calories per 30 minutes of exercise for the MET range 6 - 10. Active Calories exclude the energy your body would use at rest.
| Body weight | Estimated active Calories / 30min |
|---|---|
| 50 kg (110 lb) | 131 - 236 Cal |
| 60 kg (132 lb) | 158 - 284 Cal |
| 70 kg (154 lb) | 184 - 331 Cal |
| 80 kg (176 lb) | 210 - 378 Cal |
| 90 kg (198 lb) | 236 - 425 Cal |
| 100 kg (220 lb) | 263 - 473 Cal |
Actual energy use varies with intensity, fitness, movement efficiency, and individual physiology. Learn more in the "How to Estimate Calories Burned with MET Values" resource.
Training advice
Benefits
Lacrosse combines running endurance, sprinting, stick handling, throwing, contact, and fast transitions. It is useful for athletes who need both field conditioning and upper-body skill under fatigue.
What to watch out for
Contact, cutting, and stick play can affect ankles, knees, shoulders, hands, and head safety. Use proper protective equipment and avoid ramping field time or sprint volume too quickly.
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