Estimate calories burned while jogging from distance and body weight, or use time, average pace, and weight to find distance-based calories.
Jogging Calorie Formula
Variables:
- C = estimated jogging energy (kcal)
- D = distance jogged (miles)
- BW = body weight (lbs)
If you choose Calories from time and pace, distance is found with time divided by pace.
How to Calculate Jogging Calories
- Enter your distance jogged in miles and your body weight in pounds.
- Multiply distance by body weight.
- Multiply that result by 0.73.
- If you choose Calories from time and pace, enter time and pace first to convert them into distance.
Calories Burned Per Mile of Jogging
| Body Weight (lbs) | Calories Burned per Mile |
|---|---|
| 120 | 87.6 |
| 150 | 109.5 |
| 180 | 131.4 |
| 200 | 146.0 |
| 220 | 160.6 |
Example Calculation
For a 160 lb person jogging 3 miles:
The distance-based model estimates 350.4 kcal. Actual energy use varies with terrain, intensity and running economy; this is a rough estimate rather than a measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does jogging burn per mile?
Multiply your body weight by 0.73. A 150 lb person burns 109.5 calories per mile, while a 180 lb person burns 131.4 calories per mile.
Does pace change the calorie result?
Pace is used in the advanced tab to convert time into distance. Over the same mileage, calorie burn stays close, while a faster pace mainly changes how long the jog takes.
How many calories does a 30-minute jog burn?
It depends on pace and body weight. At a 12-minute mile pace, 30 minutes equals 2.5 miles. The model estimates 292.0 kcal for a 160 lb person.
What is a common jogging pace?
Many joggers fall between 10 and 15 minutes per mile, which is about 4 to 6 miles per hour.
