Steps-to-Calories Burned Calculator

How to calculate calories burned from steps?

Walking requires energy to move your body mass over a distance. Heavier individuals burn more calories per step because more work is required to move the weight.

Formula: Calories = Steps × Weight (kg) × 0.0005

Using the calculator: an example

Example: A person weighing 80kg walks 12,000 steps in one day.

Step-by-step calculation:

1. Identify weight (80kg) and steps (12,000)
2. Multiply steps by weight: 12,000 * 80 = 960,000
3. Apply the energy coefficient: 960,000 * 0.0005 = 480 kcal

Factors like walking speed, terrain (hills vs. flat), and individual metabolism can cause actual results to vary by up to 20%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this calculation accurate?

It is an estimate. Clinical accuracy requires heart rate monitoring or gas exchange analysis, but this coefficient is a reliable general benchmark.

Does speed matter?

Yes, power walking or jogging increases the energy cost per step compared to a slow stroll.