How Many Calories Does Running Burn? (Simple Estimates)
Calorie burn depends on body weight, pace, and distance. A simple rule of thumb is about 60 to 100 calories per mile for most runners.
Quick Estimates
- 5K: roughly 300 to 450 calories
- 10K: roughly 600 to 900 calories
- Half marathon: roughly 1200 to 1800 calories
Bottom Line
Use estimates as a guide, not a precision metric. Distance matters more than speed for calorie burn, and consistency matters most.