Steps to Calories Calculator
Convert steps to calories burned. Enter your step count, weight, and height for an accurate estimate including distance walked.
Part of our Health Calculators collection.
Steps to Calories Calculator
Free online calculator
5'6" = 66 inches
Results update automatically as you type
How to Use This Calculator
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Enter step count.
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Enter weight and height.
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See calories burned and distance walked.
Steps to Calories Formula
Stride Length = Height × 0.413 (in feet) Distance = Steps × Stride Length / 5,280 (miles) Calories = 0.57 × Weight(kg) × Distance(km) Average: ~0.04–0.06 cal per step per lb of bodyweight
Example Calculation
Example: 10,000 steps, 170 lbs, 5'6"
Inputs
steps: 10000weightLbs: 170heightIn: 66
Result
~420 calories | 4.7 miles
Stride ~2.27 ft. 10,000 × 2.27 / 5280 = 4.3 miles. ~420 cal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steps to burn 500 calories?
Roughly 10,000–12,500 steps for most people. A 170 lb person burns about 400–450 calories per 10,000 steps.
Does step cadence affect calorie burn?
Yes — faster steps generally mean faster walking, which has a higher MET value. Brisk walking burns more calories per step than slow shuffling.