While I can't access real-time information about your walking stride length, I can tell you that the estimated number of steps in a mile is around 2,000 to 2,500 steps.
Here's a breakdown of how we arrive at this estimate:
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Average stride length: A typical human walking stride is considered to be around 2.5 feet.
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Distance in a mile: There are 5,280 feet in one mile.
Therefore, in theory, the number of steps to walk a mile can be calculated as:
Number of steps = Distance (miles) / Stride length (feet/step)
Using the average values:
Number of steps = 1 mile (5,280 feet/mile) / 2.5 feet/step ≈ 2,112 steps
However, this is just an estimate, and the actual number of steps you take can vary depending on several factors:
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Individual stride length: People have different leg lengths and walking styles, which can influence stride length.
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Walking speed: Walking faster often leads to longer strides compared to slow walking.
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Terrain: Walking uphill or on uneven terrain can require shorter steps compared to walking on a flat surface.
So, the 2,000 to 2,500 step range is a general estimate to account for these variations. If you're curious about your actual number of steps per mile, you can use a fitness tracker or pedometer to measure it more precisely.