Guide & Settings

Steps per Kilometre

Quick Averages by Height

  • Under 5'4" / 163cm — ~1,500-1,600 steps/km
  • 5'4"-5'10" / 163-178cm — ~1,300-1,500 steps/km
  • Over 5'10" / 178cm — ~1,200-1,400 steps/km

More Accurate Methods

  • Walk a known 1km route and count your steps
  • Use a football pitch (~100m) — walk 10 lengths, multiply by 10
  • Use a smartphone step counter against a known distance
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Walking Speed

Typical Speeds

  • Leisurely stroll — 3-4 km/h
  • Comfortable pace — 4-5 km/h
  • Brisk walk — 5-6 km/h
  • Fast walk — 6-7 km/h

Quick Test

  • Time yourself walking 1km
  • 10 minutes = 6 km/h
  • 12 minutes = 5 km/h
  • 15 minutes = 4 km/h

Factors That Affect Speed

  • Terrain (hills, paths vs roads)
  • Weather conditions
  • Walking the dog (usually slower!)
  • Your fitness level
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Max Steps Per Day

Set this to cap your daily target based on your available time and energy. Leave empty for no limit.

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