A shorter stride generally means more steps per mile. For example, a 2-foot step length gives 2,640 steps in one mile because a mile contains 5,280 feet.
What to know
Your actual count varies with walking speed, footwear, terrain and individual gait. Use your own measured average instead of assuming one universal count.
To estimate it, count steps over a measured 100-foot distance and multiply that number by 52.8. Repeat a few times and average the results.
Common mistake to avoid
A phone or watch may report a different number because its algorithm estimates steps and distance separately.
Frequently asked question
Does walking faster change the total?
It can. Many people lengthen their stride as they speed up.
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