http://keeprunningirl.com/2009/07/22/get-started/ just talking about running and life Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:03:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 http://keeprunningirl.com/2009/07/22/get-started/comment-page-1/#comment-43 Keeprunningirl Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:21:30 +0000 http://www.keeprunningirl.com/?p=263#comment-43 It is always best to check with your doctor before beginning *any* exercise plan. As far as weight loss goals, the best method is to track your caloric burn and make sure you are not overcompensating with consuming too many additional calories b/c you are running. A general rule of thumb is that you will burn 100 calories for every mile you run (this will vary from person to person so using a HR monitor will give you a more exact figure). So if you run 3 miles, burn approx 300 calories. Each LB requires a 3600 calorie deficit. Performance and strength gains will come with sticking to a plan. It is always best to check with your doctor before beginning *any* exercise plan. As far as weight loss goals, the best method is to track your caloric burn and make sure you are not overcompensating with consuming too many additional calories b/c you are running. A general rule of thumb is that you will burn 100 calories for every mile you run (this will vary from person to person so using a HR monitor will give you a more exact figure). So if you run 3 miles, burn approx 300 calories. Each LB requires a 3600 calorie deficit. Performance and strength gains will come with sticking to a plan.

]]> http://keeprunningirl.com/2009/07/22/get-started/comment-page-1/#comment-31 LaPur Wed, 29 Jul 2009 17:32:15 +0000 http://www.keeprunningirl.com/?p=263#comment-31 Hey Running Girl---How do I know if I have a basic fitness level that would allow me to start one of these programs? Also, what can a new runner expect in terms of weight loss and gaining strength? Hey Running Girl—How do I know if I have a basic fitness level that would allow me to start one of these programs? Also, what can a new runner expect in terms of weight loss and gaining strength?

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