Video Games

Specific Activity CodeMET ValueActivity Description
220401.3Seated, video game, handheld controller (inactive)
221201.5Video game, handheld controller (light effort)
221602.3Video game, light effort (Wii Fit, yoga, bowling, etc.)
222003.0Active video game, motion sensing game/using upper body (light to moderate effort)
222404.0Active video game, motion sensing game/using total body (moderate effort)
222805.0Active video game, motion sensing game/using total body (moderate-to-vigorous effort)
223207.5Active video game, motion sensing game/using total body, exergames, workouts, dancing (vigorous effort)
223609.8Conditioning/exercise virtual reality fitness, vigorous intensity
Specific Activity Codes in red are estimated MET values. All other values are supported with published literature. See Reference Page.
2024 Adult Compendium of Physical Activities