In addition to being recreational, golf is also a way to burn some extra calories. Whether on the course, or on the driving range, golfers of all ages and body types can burn a varying number of calories simply by swinging away.
Driving Range
Miniature Golf
Technically a form of golf, mini golf surprisingly also is a way to burn a few extra calories. For instance, a 155-pound person will burn approximately 211 calories per hour, compared to 245 for a 180-pound man and 279 per hour for a 205-pound man.
Golfing With a Cart
Although it won't burn the same amount of calories as walking a round of 18, golfing with a cart will burn some extra calories. The average 155-pound golfer will burn an average of 246 calories per hour golfing with a cart, compared to 286 for a 180-pound golfer and 326 per hour for a 205-pound golfer.
Pulling Clubs
Walking the course, and pulling the clubs behind on a pulling device, is another way to burn plenty of calories. The average 155-pound golfer will burn an average of 303 calories per hour pulling clubs, compared to 351 for a 180-pound golfer and 400 per hour for a 205-pound golfer.
Carrying Clubs
Walking the course and carrying clubs is the best way to burn calories during a round of golf. The average 155-pound golfer will burn an average of 317 calories per hour carrying clubs, compared to 368 for a 180-pound golfer and 419 per hour for a 205-pound golfer.