How Much do You Really Need to Walk to Lose Weight?

Keep in mind that your paces are uneven and can vary from a foot to a yard. To count your pace length, measure a distance of 10 to 20 meters, and cover it at your usual pace while counting steps. Divide the distance in centimeters (1,000 or 2,000) by the number of steps you've made.

• Less than 70 paces/min
  For a healthy person, such a pace has next to no training effect. It's recommended for people recovering from a heart attack or suffering from severe angina.