Activity Conversion Chart

Some activities may not register on the pedometer. Use this chart to convert minutes into steps.

Activity Steps/Minute
Aerobics class118-140
Basketball, recreational129
Bicycling93-160
Dancing93-158
Gardening, light weeding73
Gardening, heavy96
Handball142
Horseback riding31-102
Ice skating, leisurely84
Judo, vigorous187
Mopping floors51
Painting (house, fences)78
Pilates75
Rowing, strenuous289
Activity Steps/Minute
Running, 9 min. mile184
Running, 7 min. mile222
Shoveling heavy snow278
Skiing, cross-country164-256
Skiing, downhill109-244
Skipping rope (150 turn/min)167
Soccer144-218
Stair climbing, slow180
Stair climbing, moderate267
Stair climbing, vigorous309
Swimming130-220
Tennis120
Walking at a normal pace100
Weight lifting100-120

Adapted from http://www.walkforlife.com