The Olympic sports that burn the most calories

August 12, 2024

The world has spent nearly two weeks watching dozens of athletes take their physical abilities to the limit at the Paris Olympics, all vying for the coveted gold, silver and bronze medals.

But those of us spectating each sport from the comfort of our sofas may be wondering which one burns the most calories? And how would an Olympian’s sport compare to a gym workout?

To find out which Olympic sport burns the most calories, Dr Donald Grant, GP and senior clinical advisor at The Independent Pharmacy, examined various sports and compared them to common gym exercises like cardio and weightlifting. Yahoo Life