1. What is Miles Per Hour (MPH)?

MPH (Miles Per Hour) is a unit of speed expressing the number of miles traveled in one hour. For walking, it measures how fast a person is moving.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Distance — Walking distance in miles
• Time — Time taken to walk that distance in hours

Explanation: The equation calculates average speed by dividing distance traveled by time taken.

3. Importance of Walking Speed Calculation

Details: Walking speed is an important health indicator. Average walking speed is about 3-4 mph. Faster walking speeds generally correlate with better health outcomes.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter distance in miles and time in hours. For partial hours, use decimals (e.g., 30 minutes = 0.5 hours). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the average walking speed?
A: The average walking speed for adults is about 3-4 mph, but this varies by age, fitness level, and terrain.

Q2: How can I convert minutes to hours?
A: Divide minutes by 60. For example, 45 minutes = 45/60 = 0.75 hours.

Q3: What if I know the distance in kilometers?
A: First convert kilometers to miles (1 km ≈ 0.621371 miles) before using the calculator.

Q4: Does this account for stops or breaks?
A: No, this calculates average speed including any stops. For moving speed only, subtract break time from total time.

Q5: What walking speed is considered brisk?
A: Generally, 3.5-4.5 mph is considered a brisk walking pace for most adults.