How many calories does walking 10,000 steps burn?

Walking 10,000 steps burns approximately 400-500 calories for most people. The exact number depends on your weight, pace, and terrain. A 155 lb person walking at moderate pace burns about 430 calories per 10,000 steps (roughly 5 miles).

Is walking enough exercise to lose weight?

Yes, walking can be effective for weight loss when combined with a calorie deficit. Walking 30-60 minutes daily at a brisk pace burns 150-400 calories. For a 1 lb/week loss, aim to burn 500 extra calories daily through walking and diet adjustments.

How fast should I walk to burn the most calories?

Faster walking burns more calories per minute. Brisk walking (3.5-4 mph) burns 50% more calories than leisurely walking (2 mph). However, walking longer at a comfortable pace can burn more total calories than a short, fast walk.

Does walking on a treadmill burn the same as outdoor walking?

Treadmill and outdoor walking burn similar calories at the same speed. Outdoor walking may burn slightly more due to wind resistance and terrain variation. Set your treadmill incline to 1% to simulate outdoor conditions.

How many calories does a 30-minute walk burn?

A 30-minute walk burns 100-200 calories depending on pace and body weight. A 155 lb person walking at 3.5 mph burns about 140 calories. Heavier individuals burn more; lighter individuals burn fewer calories.

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Calories Burned Walking

Walking is one of the most accessible and effective forms of exercise. Whether you're taking a brisk morning walk or a leisurely evening stroll, every step burns calories. The number of calories you burn depends on your walking speed, body weight, and duration.

~123 calories

per 30 min at 155 lbs

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123 calories

Walking for 30 minutes at 155 lbs

Calories Burned by Body Weight

Calories burned per 30 minutes of walking at moderate intensity (MET 3.5)

Body Weight	Calories Burned
120 lbs (54 kg)	95 cal
140 lbs (64 kg)	111 cal
155 lbs (70 kg)Reference	123 cal
170 lbs (77 kg)	135 cal
185 lbs (84 kg)	147 cal
200 lbs (91 kg)	159 cal
220 lbs (100 kg)	175 cal