Steps to Distance Conversions
How many steps is 1 mile?
On average, it takes about 2,000–2,500 steps to walk one mile. The exact number depends on your stride length, which is roughly 40–43% of your height. A taller person has a longer stride and therefore takes fewer steps per mile. Someone 5'7" tall has a stride of about 27 inches and walks approximately 2,340 steps per mile.
How many miles is 10,000 steps?
For most people, 10,000 steps equals approximately 4–5 miles. For someone who is 5'7", a common reference height, 10,000 steps works out to about 4.7 miles. Shorter individuals may cover closer to 4 miles in 10,000 steps, while taller individuals can cover closer to 5 miles.
How many calories do you burn walking 10,000 steps?
Walking 10,000 steps burns roughly 300–500 calories depending on your body weight and pace. A 160-lb person walking at a moderate pace of 3 mph covers about 4.7 miles and burns approximately 400 calories. Heavier individuals burn more calories per mile, and faster paces increase the metabolic rate further.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps are in a mile?
The average person takes about 2,000–2,500 steps per mile. The exact number depends on stride length, which is roughly 40–43% of your height. A 5'7" person has a stride of about 27 inches and takes ~2,340 steps per mile.
How do I convert steps to miles?
Multiply your step count by your stride length in feet, then divide by 5,280 (feet per mile). Or use the calculator above — enter your steps and height and it does the math for you.
How many calories does 10,000 steps burn?
Walking 10,000 steps burns roughly 300–500 calories depending on your body weight and walking speed. A 160-lb person walking at 3 mph burns about 400 calories covering approximately 4.7 miles.