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How to Use the Activity to Steps Conversion Tool
Our user-friendly activity converter simplifies the process of converting various physical activities into steps.
- Input Your Details: Enter the type of activity you performed and the number of minutes spent exercising.
- Instant Conversion: Get an accurate step count based on your selected activity.
- Track Your Progress: Use the results to compare activities or log your steps in a walking challenge.
No matter what you do, this activity converter ensures you never lose track of your fitness goals.
Step Conversion Chart
Here's a quick reference guide for common activities and their step equivalents
| Activity Type | Steps per Minute |
|---|---|
| Walking, leisurely | 81 |
| Walking, brisk | 129 |
| Walking, very brisk | 167 |
| Jogging, general | 190 |
| Running, general | 224 |
| Running, vigorous | 286 |
| Hiking | 167 |
| Elliptical | 214 |
| Wheelchair | 143 |
| Aerobic | 186 |
| Yoga | 71 |
| Dancing | 152 |
| Sports, general | 181 |
| Sports, vigorous | 238 |
| Bicycling, general | 186 |
| Bicycling, vigorous | 214 |
| Canoeing | 119 |
| Kayaking | 157 |
| Rowing | 181 |
| Skiing | 181 |
| Snowboarding | 162 |
| Swimming, general | 167 |
| Swimming, vigorous | 229 |
You can also download a PDF version of this chart. Download PDF ↓
Why Use an Activity to Steps Converter?
Converting activities to steps has become increasingly important as step challenges gain popularity in workplace wellness programs. Some participants may not want to walk but engage in other forms of activity. Our activity to step conversion tool helps you:
- Participate in step challenges while doing various activities
- Track fitness goals across different exercises
- Compare different workouts using a common metric
- Maintain consistent activity tracking when switching between exercises
Benefits of Activity to Step Conversion
When you use our activity converter, you'll experience multiple advantages:
- Comprehensive tracking of all your physical activities
- Fair representation of high-intensity exercises in step format
- Easy integration with step-based fitness challenges
- Motivation to try different types of exercises while maintaining step counts
- Better understanding of how different activities contribute to your daily movement goals
Best Practices for Using the Step Converter
- Use consistent data source: Stick with the same activity and data source for each workout to maintain accuracy.
- Be mindful of your workout duration: Longer or shorter sessions will influence step estimates.
- Understand the estimate: Keep in mind that the conversions are approximate and may vary based on personal factors such as speed, intensity, and body type.
Hosting a Step Challenge for Large Groups?
Consider using Pacer for Teams, our comprehensive step challenge platform designed specifically for large groups. Whether you're organizing a corporate wellness program or a community fitness initiative, Pacer for Teams provides all the tools you need to run successful step challenges. With features like real-time leaderboards, team competitions, and automated activity conversion, it makes managing group fitness challenges simple and engaging for participants and organizers alike.
