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Answers to the 10 Most Googled Questions from SparkPeople Members

  • How many miles are in a 5K?

    There are 3.1 miles in a five-kilometer race. If you want to know more about walking or running your own 5K, get started with one of our 5K walking and running training challenges.

  • How many calories are in watermelon?

    Sweet and hydrating but low in calories, watermelon makes a terrific snack any time of year, though most prefer to enjoy it poolside or on a back porch during the summer. One cup of watermelon pieces contains only 46 calories. For more ideas on how to eat this mouth-watering melon, check out these recipes.

  • How many calories do you burn while walking?

    This number actually varies by individual and depends on a lot of factors, such as how far you are walking, at what pace and how much you weigh. According to uberwalker, "Calories burned walking equals your weight and metabolism plus how far you walk. This means a heavier person burns more calories through walking than a lighter person."

    To get an idea of how many calories you are burning, you can input your details into our fitness tracker.

  • How do I find healthy restaurants near me?

    While many restaurants are guilty of enormous portion sizes and loading meals up with salt, there is no reason you shouldn't enjoy dining out even if you are watching what you eat. Larger chains often share menus listing calorie counts next to their offerings and can usually be found online so you can do some research ahead of time.

    If you want to find a restaurant with foods that meet your specific nutritional needs on the go, consider using an app such as HealthyOut, which allows you to filter for requirements such as "low carb," "vegetarian" or "Atkins," and then offers suggestions for restaurants near you with those items.

  • How many calories are there in a Bud Light?

    SparkPeople believes that no food is off-limits and everything is okay moderation--including alcoholic beverages. That being said, one 12-ounce Bud Light contains 110 calories, so careful consumption is key. To find the calorie counts of your other favorite beverages, check out our Nutrition Tracker.

  • How do I find motivational songs?

    Boy, have you come to the right place! Whether you need a playlist that
    motivates you to sweat, is fast-paced, helps you through a breakup or ignites your inner goddess, we've got your back.

  • How many calories are burned while running?

    Like walking, the number of calories you burn running is dependent on how much you weigh and how fast and far you run. According to a
    study published by Stanford University, though, it is possible to calculate approximately your total and net calorie burn with two formulas. To determine your total calorie burn per mile, multiply your weight by .75; for your net calorie burn, multiply that same weight by .63. You can also input your running workout specifics into our fitness tracker.

  • What is anaerobic exercise?

    You've probably worked out aerobically before (think typical cardio exercises like running, biking and hiking), but what about anaerobic exercise? Get ready to feel your heart pump in anaerobic exercises, which include brief, higher-intensity activities. If you've practiced sprinting while running or cycling, any plyometric moves or HIIT workouts, you've already enjoyed the challenge of anaerobic exercise. These kinds of workouts are great for improving your cardio-respiratory fitness, as well as developing stronger muscles.


  • What are some healthy breakfast ideas?

    Sick of cereal? You're not alone. When it comes to breakfast, coming up with new, nutritious ways to eat this important meal seems like a fruitless undertaking, right? Wrong. According to The Whole U at The University of Washington, a nutritious breakfast should include, "Whole, unprocessed foods from each of the five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods and dairy."

    However, eating all five every morning may not be realistic. The Whole U advises to try to include at least one serving of whole fruits or veggies and whole grains, limit added sugars from cereals and pastries and breakfast meats that are chock full of sodium and saturated fats like sausages and bacon. Good protein sources include low-sugar yogurts, eggs, nuts, seeds and legumes. Check out our favorite breakfast ideas here, here, here, here and here.

  • Can you do yoga in a chair?

    In short, yes, most definitely, absolutely. For those with limited mobility or anyone nursing an injury, the thought of not being able to do a downward-facing dog or some other fundamental yoga poses that require more flexibility than you have might put you off yoga all together.

    Chair yoga is designed to incorporate the breathing, stress relief, and other mind-body benefits of a traditional yoga class while removing any physical limitations you may have, such as getting up and down off the floor. The great thing about yoga is that just about anyone can do it, no matter your size or fitness level or whether you do it from the floor or a chair.

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Your Most Pressing Questions, Answered

By: Elizabeth Lowry

You know the drill: You have a question and no one in your immediate vicinity seems to have an answer. But you need to know the answer right now so you do the only logical thing: Grab your phone, open your laptop or go to your voice-enabled assistant and ask Google.

As it turns out, SparkPeople members have run through this drill a lot, seeking answers to many of the same questions. In fact, the most-asked question, "How many miles are in a 5K?" was Googled a whopping 228,184 times. To better equip you for making informed decisions about your health, we scoured the internet and consulted with the pros to find answers to the 10 questions you most commonly throw at Google.

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How many miles are in a 5K?

There are 3.1 miles in a five-kilometer race. If you want to know more about walking or running your own 5K, get started with one of our 5K walking and running training challenges.