Stride Length Calculator
Calibrate your pedometer for maximum accuracy.
Why Stride Length Matters
Your fitness tracker guesses your distance based on step count. If its stride estimate is off by even 2 inches, your 5K run could show up as 2.8 miles or 3.4 miles. Inputting your correct stride length ensures your data is accurate.
Walk vs. Run
Notice that your running stride is significantly longer than your walking stride. As you run faster, your stride length increases (and cadence usually does too). Use the running estimate for steady-state jogging.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is stride length?
Stride length is the distance between the heel strike of one foot and the heel strike of the same foot (2 steps). However, most fitness trackers use "step length" (one step). This calculator provides step length.
How accurate is height-based calculation?
It uses statistical averages (females: height x 0.413, males: height x 0.415). For precise measurement, walk a known distance (e.g., 10 meters) and divide by the number of steps taken.