Kickboxing burning 1k + calories per session

[D3Dean]

So a few years ago, before I introduced myself to FitBit, I started training in Muay Thai.  Figured I was burning around 700-800 calories per 2 hr session... started training again recently to discover it's more like 1,400 - 1,800 per session.  I'm pretty sure as I lose weight, that number will decline significantly.  Anyone else training in Muay Thai have similar results?

[Dominique]

Which Fitbit tracker did you wear back then, and which is your current one? Asking as many people do upgrade to newer models. It would make a big difference (in terms of perceived activity by your tracker) if you had – say – a Fitbit One (clipped on your waist, no heart rate monitoring) vs. a Fitbit Versa (worn on your wrist, has HR monitoring).

[D3Dean]

I use the FitBit Ionic

[WavyDavey]

Muay Thai training is very, very intense. I wouldn't be surprised at all if the new numbers were correct.

I would assume the new numbers are fine, then watch the scale. If you start to gain weight, then you'll know the new figure is too high. It takes a little experimentation.

If I may ask, how are you wearing the Ftibit so it doesn't get destroyed during fights?

[Dominique]

So chances are you were using another Fitbit, back "a few years ago", when you were "only" burning 700-800 per session?

Unless your change in weight is dozens of pounds, your real energy expenditure while performing the same activity won’t change significantly.

[D3Dean]

I actually wrap up my wrists and use a sport band when training/sparring.  It usually ends up inside my glove. 

I didn’t use a tracker 3 years ago.  The 700-800 was a guess.  

[emili]

that is insane calorie burn. if I don't move much that is my total for the entire day. and yes, you should start burning less as you get slimmer, but even still it will be a significant burn for an activity. I am going to have to look it up now to see what it is 

[D3Dean]

This was my workout today