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Are there any other ways I can do this?

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One option is to find some dry ground, get the bottoms of your shoes a little wet, and then walk or run on the dry ground. Then you can measure the marks your shoes leave to determine your stride length.

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How do you measure your stride for Fitbit?

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Use any of the techniques listed here. For example, take at least 20 steps, then measure the distance you walked. Divide the distance by the number of steps you took. Once you know your stride length, enter the Fitbit app and navigate to “Stride Length” under “Advanced Settings.” Adjust your stride length to accurately reflect your measurements.

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What is the average stride length by height?

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The average woman’s stride length is 0.413 times her height in inches. The average man’s stride length is 0.415 times his height in inches. For example, a woman who is 5’9” would have a stride length of about 28” (71 cm) on average, while a man of the same height would have a stride length of about 29” (73.7 cm).

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Does a shorter stride mean more steps?

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Yes. If you have a shorter stride, you’ll need to take more steps to cover the same distance as someone with a longer stride.

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