An average male will burn between 2000 and 3000 Calories per day. Carrying a 12kg rucksack over uneven sometimes hilly terrain, will mean a burn of 2500 plus.

Balancing weight of food being carried to energy received is difficult. My solution is to have a repetitive menu giving me 2094 Calories, supplemented with food obtained and eaten in towns/villages. From experience I know that I can go for several days on this Calorie intake, but when I do get to a restaurant, pub or café, I make sure that any deficiencies are fully restored.

The 2094 Calorie Menu

Food for thought!

• Traditional Breakfast – 890 Calories
• Sauasage, Mash, Peas & Gravy – 721 Calories
• Fish, Chips, Peas & Tartare Sauce – 1260 Calories
• Lamb Rogan Josh & Rice – 540 Calories
• 10″ Meat Feast Pizza – 1410 Calories

Whilst getting the energy required is important, so is a balanced diet. Don’t forget the importance of fruit and vegetables.