The steps per mile ratio varies for each person.
Online calculators can help determine how many miles you’ll cover in 10,000 steps.
There is some variance because height doesn’t always reflect leg length.
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(Some tall people have short legs, while some short people have long legs.)
Speed also impacts the number of steps in a mile.
The faster you walk, the more steps you’ll take.
However, the opposite is true for runningthe quicker you run, the fewer steps you’ll take.
Distance
Another variable affecting your steps per mile is how far you walk or run.
The longer you exercise and the farther you go, the more your pace and stride slow down.
As a result, you’ll have fewer steps per mile.
Two studies published in 2022 offer other guidelines.
Adults aged 60 and older gain the same benefit with 6,000 to 8,000 steps daily.
Various phone apps have the same technology.
Benefits of Walking
The many benefits of daily walking aren’t just physical.
Aim for 10-15 minutes at a time several times during the day.
Based on an average step length of 2 1/2 feet, there are approximately 2,000 steps in one mile.
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