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Grace Walsh

How many calories does running burn? It's probably more than you think

Woman looking at how many calories does running burn on a wrist fitness tracker, wearing headphone and running clothes in the sunshine

How many calories does running burn? Whether you're looking to lose, maintain, or gain weight through regular exercise (and a healthy diet), it's probably a question you've asked before and received a different answer every time. 

The good news is, compared to other cardio exercises like walking and cycling, running is a particularly high-calorie burning exercise as it quickly increases your heart rate and gets almost every muscle in the body moving. 

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