How Many Calories Are Burned in a 30-Minute Run?

How Many Calories Are Burned in a 30-Minute Run?
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The number of calories you lose during a running session depends on your weight and your running speed.

12-Minute Mile

It takes about 14 minutes to walk a mile. For a beginning runner, a 12-minute mile is a typical pace. Running a 12-minute mile requires a steady speed of 5 mph. If you weigh 185 pounds, you will burn 355 calories every 30 minutes.

10-Minute Mile

If you run at 6 mph for 30 minutes, you will complete 3 miles -- a 10-minute-per-mile pace. If you weigh 185 pounds, you will burn 444 calories.

6-Minute Mile

To run at a 6-minute-per-mile pace requires much practice, discipline and dedication. If you weigh 155 pounds and complete a 30-minute session at this pace, you will burn 614 calories.

Considerations

Consult your physician before significantly increasing your level of physical activity.

References

Article reviewed by Joseph Keefer Last updated on: Jun 14, 2011

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