Walking is an effective way to burn calories, improve cardiovascular health, and maintain a healthy weight. The number of calories you burn while walking depends on your weight, the number of steps you take, and your walking intensity.
Calories Burned Per Step
The number of calories burned per step is influenced by the walking speed and intensity:
Low Intensity (Slow pace): ~0.04 calories per step
Moderate Intensity (Average pace): ~0.05 calories per step
High Intensity (Fast pace): ~0.06 calories per step
Factors That Influence Calories Burned
Several factors affect the number of calories burned while walking:
Body Weight: Heavier people burn more calories because it requires more energy to move a larger body.
Walking Speed: Faster walking burns more calories.
Number of Steps: More steps mean more total calories burned.
Maximizing Calories Burned
If you want to burn more calories, try these tips:
Increase speed: Walking faster burns more calories per minute.
Walk uphill: Walking on an incline increases calorie expenditure.
Track your steps: Use a pedometer or fitness tracker to keep track of your daily steps.
How to Use the Calculator
To estimate the calories burned by walking, simply input your weight, the number of steps you've taken, and your walking intensity (low, moderate, or high). The calculator will then provide an estimate of how many calories you burned during that walk.