is 20 minutes of running at 6mph enough for weight loss?

Question

or is it better to run 2 miles in 30 minutes (4 mph)?
thanx so much

Answer 1

You are running about 2 miles, which burns about 200 calories so with some diet control you can lose weight. It takes 3500 calories to gain or lose one pound. This is a good start, just track your intake of food and drink see how much you are eating and control your diet. Run at a speed so you are comfortable. You should run at least 20 to 30 minutes now and as you get into better condition you could increase the distance.

Answer 2

I have actually lost 5 lbs since I started training for cross country. I've been training since the start of summer. The only bad thing is that I didnt want to lose weight.

Answer 3

It all depends on your physical shape, and how much weight you are looking to lose. Any exercise is going to help. i would recommend going to a local track, and running a mile. time yourself, and see if the next time around, you can set a new, faster time. as long as you push yourself every time you run, you will get faster and lose weight.

Answer 4

NO. The body doesn't begin to burn fat until you've exercised aerobically for 30 minutes or so. YOu should strive toward exercising for a full hour, be it running, walking, or swimming.

Good Luck

Answer 5

It depends on a few things the shape your in and if you hit your training heart rate while your running. You get maxium effect when you train at your training heart rate.

Answer 6

You should do both. Switch every time. Running//Walking at differnt speeds use differnt muscles and will help you lost weight all over.