How much should I walk if I want to lose weight?

People interested in walking for weight loss should consistently hit at least 10,000 steps each day. Some people may even want to increase their total number of steps beyond this amount. However, any steps that a person takes beyond their normal daily step count can help them lose weight.

How many steps should I walk a day to lose weight calculator?

If you’re trying to lose weight or lose body fat, aim for 10,000 to 12,500+ steps a day.

How do you calculate how much I should walk?

Going from a sedentary, or inactive lifestyle to a highly active one takes time. For someone who has a higher BMI, or for someone who is just beginning to change their habits, we recommend walking at least 30 minutes a day. This amounts to roughly 3,000-5,000 steps a day, or 1.5-3 miles.

How much should I walk a day to lose 20 pounds?

If you plan to lose 20 pounds by walking alone, try to burn at least 250 extra calories during your walk per day. For example, if you weigh 160 pounds you’d have to walk at least 40 minutes per day at a pace of 4 miles per hour to lose ½ pound per week.