Does running help people lose weight?

Running is one of the most vigorous exercises and is an efficient way to burn the calories necessary to lose weight. A person weighing 150 pounds can burn more than 100 calories per mile while running.

A person who wants to lose weight by running or performing any other exercise must burn more calories than he consumes. To lose 1 pound, a person must burn at least 3,500 calories more than he consumes. For effective weight loss, a person should run at least three to four times per week. Combining this running routine with a healthy diet serves as an effective weight loss plan.