Walking 10,000 steps typically burns between 400 and 500 calories for an average person. This estimate can vary based on factors such as weight, walking pace, terrain, and metabolism.
- For example, a person weighing around 150 pounds walking at a moderate pace (3 mph) might burn approximately 300 to 400 calories
- A 160-pound person burns about 40 calories per 1,000 steps, so roughly 400 calories for 10,000 steps
- Walking speed influences calorie burn: at 3 mph, about 469 kcal; at 2 mph, around 559 kcal (longer duration); and at 4 mph, about 501 kcal for 10,000 steps for a person weighing 187 lbs
- Walking 10,000 steps covers roughly 4.5 to 5 miles, taking about 1.5 to 2 hours at a casual pace
In summary, the calorie burn for 10,000 steps generally ranges from 300 to 500 calories depending on individual characteristics and walking conditions
