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Actually, that sounds about right. A good estimate is 100 calories per mile - it will vary some depending on your weight, level of fitness, and the intensity of the run - but it will be close to this most of the time for most people.

Why not ditch the alcohol completely? It is just empty calories. Yes, I know about the heart health benefits of red wine, etc. But really, it isn't something your body needs.

I never use my phone when I run - I run on the streets most of the time, and I don't think it is safe to have headphones. Plus, I find it distracting. I have a Garmin 310XT watch that I use for both running and cycling. I don't have to carry anything, and I don't have to worry about getting caught in the rain. When I ran…

I wore my regular compression running shorts for my first tri, but I did invest in a tri top to eliminate clothing changes. It is sleeveless (many race rules require that for non-wetsuit swims) has a built in bra, and pockets in the back like a cycling jersey. If there was drag from it during the swim, I would never…

There have been many studies on glycogen depletion. If we burned only fat for fuel after 20 minutes, there would not be the infamous "wall" in the marathon. I am an ultramarathoner who has been running for over 35 years, and I have seen a lot of change; but research results on glycogen depletion have been pretty…

As many here have already said, price isn't the only consideration when buying running shoes - they need to be the right shoes for you. Shoes are the only piece of equipment you need for running, and they make a huge difference in how you feel, how you recover, and whether you get injured or not. Age, fitness and weekly…

Try Injinji toe socks - they allow the toes to spread out and flex naturally, rather than scrunching them together like regular socks

Actually, you have enough stored glycogen in your liver to fuel your running for about 2 hours! Fat is the last resort for your body to use as fuel.

Take your resting heart rate first thing in the morning, before you even get out of bed. To be most accurate, take it for a full minute (rather than 15 seconds and multiplying by 4). Your RHR is partially determined by genetics, so having a faster heart rate doesn't necessarily mean you are less fit than someone with an…

So you're okay with murdering humans, then? ;)

Brick workouts (such as cycling immediately followed by running) are important to get ready for a tri. Also, if you haven't practiced transitions, be sure to do a run through before the race. They are difficult at first, and you can lose a lot of time searching for your stuff if you are not prepared.

What do you eat in the morning? Perhaps you are not re-fueling adequately