Runners Meal Plan To Lose Weight

Running can help you lose weight, but if you've never done it before, you have to be careful not to take on too much too soon. This 12-week plan, created by Sarah Booth, a certified run coach with REVO₂LUTION RUNNING in the Houston area, is designed to help beginners see results without getting frustrated or injured. You'll start running just three days a week, then work your way up to four, ideally integrating cross-training workouts — such as walking, cycling, or strength training — on your days off. Keep reading for the details.

This training plan includes three different running workouts: a short, easy run, a longer easy run, and some light speed work. Each workout serves a purpose, by either building your confidence or helping you build endurance and burn more calories.

For the first two weeks, you'll focus on running at a light pace for 15 minutes. When the schedule says 'easy, ' that means you should be at a conversational pace, Sarah told . In other words, you're moving but you could reasonably hold a conversation if you brought a friend along. If you can't keep up that pace for the entire 15 minutes, try doing 5/1 intervals, in which you run for five minutes, then walk for one minute, until you've completed your workout.

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As the plan builds, you'll run for longer bouts and introduce speed work. There are two different types of speed work in the plan. The first is strides, during which you'll run easy for five minutes and then faster for 20 meters. Count to 20 while you're running. That's about 20 meters, Sarah said. Once you've hit that mark, you'll recover by walking or jogging for as long as necessary, before running through the sequence again.

The second speed workout is intervals. You'll go easy for five minutes, then faster for five minutes, alternating as many times as you want. One benefit of this type of training: You'll continue burning calories after the workout, Sarah said. Speed work is also going to contribute to burning calories, because you can cover more distance in a shorter amount of time.

Finally, the plan also includes recovery weeks every fourth week, which is important for avoiding injuries in beginners. Even though running is one of the best activities for weight loss, new runners have to be careful not to overdo it, Sarah explained. This plan slowly builds up and gives a new runner confidence to keep moving and add running time without injury.

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Remember that the running workouts in this plan are fairly short, so you don't need to fuel your body with anything other than water before a run, Sarah explained — and you should be careful not to overeat later on, either. Once you've completed the plan, simply add five minutes each week to both the easy runs and longer runs to help maintain your weight.

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Here’s the full shopping list for exactly what to buy, and check to make sure you have a few pantry staples on hand. Morris recommends starting on a weekend, so you can make a big pot of veggie soup , and give your body a chance to adjust before diving into a busy week. Her plan cuts carbs for the first couple of days, before slowly reintroducing whole grains. And if you want to mix it up, there are lots more options for healthy snacks , just make sure to get a serving of fruit or vegetables, along with protein.

Day Meal Plan For Runners

Before you start the meal plan, make a pot of the Veggie Soup . Make 2 servings of Overnight Oats , so they can soak in the fridge. It’s also super helpful to prep your veggie snacks—make 4 bags filled with baby carrots and sugar snap peas, and 3 bags filled with broccoli and cauliflower, for alternate days. And if you really want to get ahead, you could also grill the chicken breasts and cook the quinoa and brown rice in advance.

Breakfast: green smoothie (made with ½ banana + ½ cup frozen mango + 1 cup kale + ½ cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt + ½ small avocado + ½ cup nonfat milk)

Dinner: 4 oz salmon + 1 cup steamed carrots + 1 cup steamed broccoli + 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce + 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

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Notes: Bake the salmon at 400°F (200°C) until firm to the touch, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness. Chop the carrots and broccoli and steam until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes for the carrots, 3 minutes for the broccoli. Drizzle everything with the teriyaki sauce and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

Breakfast: berry smoothie (made with ½ banana + 1 cup frozen strawberries + ½ cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt + ½ cup nonfat milk)

Dinner: 4 oz grilled chicken + ½ cup roasted sweet potatoes + 1 cup roasted Brussels sprouts + 1 tablespoon olive oil

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Notes: Chop the sweet potatoes and halve the Brussels sprouts, and place on a sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast at 450°F (230°C) until tender, about 15 minutes. Brush the chicken with 1 teaspoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat until marked and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side.

Lunch: 3 oz grilled chicken + ½ cup cooked quinoa + 1 cup cherry tomatoes & chopped cucumber + 2 tablespoons feta cheese + 1 tablespoon vinaigrette

Dinner: 4 oz mahi-mahi + 1 cup steamed carrots + 1 cup steamed broccoli + 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce + 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

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Notes: Bake the mahi-mahi at 400°F (200°C) until firm to the touch, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness. Chop and steam the carrots and broccoli until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes for the carrots, 3 minutes for the broccoli. Drizzle everything with the teriyaki sauce and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

Breakfast: Overnight Oats with blueberries (made with ½ cup oats + 1 tablespoon chia seeds + ½ cup nonfat milk + ½ cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt + ½ cup blueberries)

Dinner: 4 oz shrimp + 1 cup steamed carrots + 1 cup steamed broccoli + ½ cup cooked brown rice + 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce + 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

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Notes: Defrost the shrimp under cool running water and pat dry. In a nonstick pan over medium-high heat, toss the shrimp with a little all-natural cooking spray, and cook until bright pink, tightly furled, and warmed through. Chop and steam the carrots and broccoli until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes for the carrots, 3 minutes for the broccoli. Drizzle everything with the teriyaki sauce and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

Dinner: 4 oz lean steak + 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes + 1 cup roasted Brussels sprouts + 1 tablespoon olive oil

Notes: Chop the sweet potatoes and halve the Brussels sprouts, and place on a sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast at 450°F (230°C) until tender, about 15 minutes. Season the steak with salt and pepper. In a frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 1 teaspoon olive oil. Cook the steak until done to your liking, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. (Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness.)

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Dinner: whatever you want! (An example, for fun: 2 slices veggie pizza + 1 cup salad greens + 1 tablespoon vinaigrette + 5 fl oz red wine)

Most important, at the end of the 7 days, don’t swing straight back to burgers and ice cream! Enjoy that one treat meal, then get right back on track. Figure out how many calories you really need , check out the food logging feature in the Fitbit