[h=3]3 Ways to Measure your Step Length[/h]1. Measured Walk- Two pens and a tape measure
You'll need: Two pens, calculator and a tape measure Follow these steps;
Divide 658 (cm) by 10 (steps) = 65.8 (cm)=Your average step length is 65 cm or .65m
Tip: We do recommend that you repeat this 2-3 times to give you a more accurate average. Often the first time you'll tend to over exaggerate your steps as you are focusing on walking.
2. Estimate by Height
A much quicker way to estimate stride length, but not necessarily very accurate.
3. I'm Average - Instant stride length
If you are not concerned about the accuracy and you can't wait to start using your pedometer, then this method is for you!
You'll need: Two pens, calculator and a tape measure Follow these steps;
- Place one pen on the floor as your starting line.
- Hold the other pen in your hand.
- Place both of your heels so they are touching your starting line (your pen) and walk 10 steps,
- Bring your feet together on the 10th step and place the second pen behind your heels.
- Step away and grab your tape measure. Measure the distance between the two pens.
- Using your calculator divide the distance by 10. That figure is your stride length. You can use your heels or toes to measure step length as shown in the diagram above.
Divide 658 (cm) by 10 (steps) = 65.8 (cm)=Your average step length is 65 cm or .65m
Tip: We do recommend that you repeat this 2-3 times to give you a more accurate average. Often the first time you'll tend to over exaggerate your steps as you are focusing on walking.
2. Estimate by Height
A much quicker way to estimate stride length, but not necessarily very accurate.
- Men - you can multiply your height in cm by 0.415
- Ladies - multiply your height in cm by 0.413
3. I'm Average - Instant stride length
If you are not concerned about the accuracy and you can't wait to start using your pedometer, then this method is for you!
- Average stride length for ladies: 70 cm
- Average stride length for men: 78 cm