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Sporting examples demonstrating specific MET values for determining exercise intensity (12).
| Sporting discipline | Metabolic equivalent (MET) |
|---|---|
| Soccer | 10.0 |
| Running (6 mph) | 10.0 |
| Running (7.5 mph) | 12.5 |
| Running (10.9 mph) | 18.0 |
| Cycling (>20 mph) racing | 16.0 |
| Cycling (<10 mph) leisure | 4.0 |
| Cricket | 5.0 |
| Rugby | 10.0 |
| Tennis (singles) | 8.0 |
| Hockey | 8.0 |
| Boxing | 12.0 |
| Golf | 4.5 |
| Rowing (competitive) | 12.0 |
| Swimming (leisure) | 6.0 |
| Swimming (competitive) | 10.0 |
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