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« on: June 09, 2010, 10:14:40 AM » |
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I'd like to think that I am better than average on my knowledge of nutrition, however when it comes to calories I am finding conflicting info. I know it depends on your level of activity, general health, what you eat/drink, what you weigh etc......however is it feasible to burn approx. 250 calories on a 4-5km run? (for a 125lb 5'4.5 female) I just know after runs I have a protein/carb then within 2 hours I am starved. I am eating plenty good quality foods throughout the day.
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Nancy
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« Reply #1 on: June 09, 2010, 10:41:59 AM » |
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G'day,
Like you had mentioned so many variables, so it's really hard to nail down. Short answer yes it's possible for you to "burn" 250 Kcal in 4-5 km, if you were running uphill the whole way. But generally for your weight I'd say the number is a little high. I'm about 180lbs, and I usually figure on 50-65 Kcal/km, again depends on a lot of factors, for me 16km/1000Kcal.
Peace
Peter
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« Reply #2 on: June 09, 2010, 11:57:31 AM » |
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Pete, I thought all your calculations where based on going UPHILL!!  |
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« Reply #3 on: June 09, 2010, 11:58:49 AM » |
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Thanks Peter, I am not usually too concerned over calories, but I've noticed I am hungry more often and I haven't changed too much other than running. I have decreased my walking, only so much time in the day, but also now fit in a quick 20 min bike ride around the neighbourhood 4-5 times a week. I will also swim casually once the pool warms up again.
I'd also like to drop 5lbs or so, so I am thinking that when the hunger comes on I am best to choose healthy filling foods, like apples with nut butter or oatmeal... or eggs. Instead of diving into the crackers or worse. I like to bake healthy treats but you can still overindulge in those.
I haven't noticed any drop in weight, but I have definitely noticed my clothes fitting differently, and after only 6 weeks or so. That makes me happy!
It wasn't all uphill lol but I'd be happy if I was burning 150-200 even to afford the snack later on.
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Nancy
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« Reply #4 on: June 09, 2010, 08:17:59 PM » |
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G'day Nancy,
Be warned....
It's a vicious game to be playing when you exercise to eat/indulge. Not recommended at all.
Stick to healthy food choices, eat when you are truly hungry and fuel your exercise.
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Peter
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« Reply #5 on: June 09, 2010, 08:20:10 PM » |
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Jeff, I think I'm very misunderstood. I only like the uphills because they usually involve nice downhills.  Peace Peter |
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« Reply #6 on: June 09, 2010, 08:34:03 PM » |
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Peter I definitively will eat healthy, have yet to figure out what fuels me best...but working on it. If I do indulge its nothing too terrible. I guess I should have said when I occasionally dive into the crackers or such, I eat well, want to live a long, long time and torture my enemies ...(kidding)
The snack would be an apple or popcorn, or nut butter, trail mix, veggies...good choices. I like good quality, unprocessed foods.
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« Reply #7 on: June 09, 2010, 10:44:06 PM » |
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Careful, tonnes of calories in nuts...
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« Reply #8 on: June 10, 2010, 07:57:53 AM » |
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There is... tons is right. I do love them. I "try" to stick to 5-10 almonds with an apple, or 1/8 cup of chopped walnuts on yogurt etc..
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