It is generally accepted that an average, hobbyist runner burns roughly 100 calories per mile run. As a modern marathon is over 26 miles, you’d expect a marathon to burn 2600 calories, and within certain bounds, this is more or less what we find. There are mitigating factors, though – height, age, weight, general fitness, …
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Typically, it is not recommended running on an empty stomach. This is because your body needs fuel from the food you eat in order for you to have the energy needed to perform a run.If you are running on an empty stomach, especially for longer periods, this can be unsafe. As you do not have …
It’s easy to take for granted what our lungs do to keep us alive every day. But, did you know our lungs actually require exercise in order to function properly?Everything we do inside and out is dependent on our lungs delivering oxygen to every part of our bodies. The healthier our lungs, the more oxygen we …
There are many things that can help to increase testosterone levels, and running is one of these. The majority of exercises will help to increase testosterone. This is due to a number of different reasons.The main reason why running helps to increase testosterone is that it allows for muscle building. When your body gains muscle, it …
Running is a great form of exercise. It gets your heart and blood pumping, increases stamina, and helps keep you fit and healthy. It’s also great for losing weight.You lose weight by creating a substantial calorie deficit, and most experts recommend a weekly calorie deficit of 3500 to 7000 calories to lose 1-2 pounds per week.You …
After completing a long run, it is likely that some people will have experienced a runner’s high at some point. This refers to a feeling of Euphoria that eases feelings of anxiety, instead triggering calmness. It is also believed to reduce the pain often felt by runners that have embarked on a lengthy run. It is …
When you think about exercises that are helpful for running, squats may not be the first choice that comes to mind. However, squats are a fantastic exercise for runners, for a number of different reasons.Squats are great for runners because they help to improve your leg power. Squats are not an easy exercise to do, especially …
A runner’s physique depends on the type of running they do.Professional runners, specifically long-distance runners, tend to have ‘skinny’ legs. This is because they train extremely hard in order to sustain stamina and endurance so, their bodies don’t get the chance to build muscle because they burn more than they consume.Moreover, the body’s preferred fuel …
Whether we are taking up a new hobby, exercise routine, or are just curious, we often wonder how our body will change. As we all know, our bodies continue to change long after we have finished growing and puberty.Running is one exercise, where if done regularly, we notice dramatic changes in our bodies. Although we …
Running can be exhausting, especially if you don’t fuel your body properly with the right nutrition beforehand.However, people new to running might be curious: should you drink coffee before running?In this article, I cover all things coffee, so you can gain a better understanding of whether you can or should drink a cup of joe …
