Calculate the distance a step count represents from stride length.
Stride length scales with height, so the same step count means a different distance for different people. Running lengthens the stride considerably, which is why pedometers overestimate running distance if calibrated for walking. The ten thousand step target corresponds to about 7.5 kilometres for an average adult, which was a marketing figure rather than a physiological one.
Step Distance
Distance = steps × stride length, where stride length is a fraction of height
These figures are estimates based on population-average formulas and are intended for training and recreational planning only. They are not medical advice. Consult a qualified health professional before starting or changing an exercise programme, particularly if you have an existing medical condition.
Distance = steps × stride length, where stride length is a fraction of height Stride length scales with height, so the same step count means a different distance for different people. Running lengthens the stride considerably, which is why pedometers overestimate running distance if calibrated for walking.
The ten thousand step target corresponds to about 7.5 kilometres for an average adult, which was a marketing figure rather than a physiological one.
This calculator takes 3 inputs: Steps taken, Height, Activity. The pre-filled defaults are a realistic starting point — replace them with figures from your own environment for a result you can act on.