1. What is Walking Pace?

Walking pace measures how long it takes to cover a unit distance, typically expressed in minutes per mile or minutes per kilometer. It's a key metric for walkers to track their performance and progress.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple pace equation:

Where:

• \( P \) — Pace (min/mile or min/km)
• \( T \) — Total time (minutes)
• \( D \) — Total distance (miles or kilometers)

Explanation: The equation divides your total time by distance covered to determine how many minutes it takes you to walk one mile or kilometer.

3. Importance of Pace Calculation

Details: Knowing your walking pace helps you track fitness improvements, plan workouts, estimate completion times for events, and compare your performance with others.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total walking time in minutes and distance in either miles or kilometers. Select whether you want results in minutes per mile or minutes per kilometer.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good walking pace?
A: Average walking pace is about 15-20 min/mile (9-12 min/km). Brisk walking is typically 13-15 min/mile (8-9 min/km).

Q2: How does this differ from running pace?
A: The calculation is the same, but walking paces are generally slower than running paces for the same distance.

Q3: Should I use miles or kilometers?
A: Use whichever unit you're most comfortable with. Strava allows you to display either unit in your settings.

Q4: How accurate should my distance measurement be?
A: For best results, use GPS-measured distances from apps like Strava rather than estimating.

Q5: Can I use this for hiking?
A: Yes, but remember that elevation gain and terrain will significantly affect your hiking pace compared to flat walking.