Swimming for Weight Loss: How Many Calories Does Swimming Burn? (2026 Guide) | AquaPlan
Discover how many calories swimming actually burns per stroke and distance. Plus 3 pool workouts designed to maximize fat loss — backed by sports science.
How many calories does swimming burn? Freestyle burns 400-700 cal/hour depending on intensity. Butterfly burns the most at 700-900 cal/hour. This guide covers calorie burn by stroke, 3 fat-loss swim workouts, and how to combine swimming with nutrition for weight loss.
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