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This calculator converts running pace (minutes per mile) to speed (miles per hour). It's useful for runners who want to understand their speed in more familiar terms or compare their pace to other speed measurements.
The calculator uses the simple formula:
Where:
Explanation: Since there are 60 minutes in an hour, dividing 60 by your pace gives your speed in miles per hour.
Details: Understanding the relationship between pace and speed helps runners set training goals, compare performance across different distances, and translate treadmill speeds to outdoor running paces.
Tips: Enter your pace in minutes per mile (e.g., 7:30 pace would be entered as 7.5). The calculator will instantly show your equivalent speed in miles per hour.
Q1: How do I convert mph back to pace?
A: Use the inverse formula: Pace = 60 ÷ Speed. For example, 6 mph = 60 ÷ 6 = 10 min/mile pace.
Q2: What's considered a good running pace?
A: This varies widely by fitness level. Average recreational runners typically maintain 9-12 min/mile (5-6.7 mph), while elite runners may do 5 min/mile (12 mph).
Q3: Does this work for kilometers?
A: For km, use 3.6 ÷ pace (min/km) to get km/h. Or convert km to miles first (1 km = 0.621371 mile).
Q4: Why is my treadmill speed different from my outdoor pace?
A: Treadmill running is often easier due to lack of wind resistance and perfect terrain. Many runners find they need to set the treadmill 1-2% incline to match outdoor effort.
Q5: How accurate is this conversion for very fast or slow paces?
A: The formula is mathematically precise at all speeds, though physiological effort may not scale linearly at extreme paces.