Once, after a run I felt particularly proud of, I searched online for a tool that could tell me how far I’d run. I found this: Gmaps Pedometer, a website that calculates the distance of any route.
First, enter an address or location in the “Jump to” space, up top. Then, click “Start recording” and double-click on your starting point.
Double-click on spots along your route until you’ve reached your finishing point. The total distance will show up on the left. And if you’re a runner or a cyclist, you can turn on the calorie counter, type in your weight and find out approximately how many calories you’ll burn along your route.
No matter where you are in the world, you can calculate distance with this nifty website, since it’s synced in with Google Maps. So, when I’m visiting my parents out of town, I no longer have any excuses for missing out on running!
Race over to Chatelaine Walks for more: the low-down on heart-rate monitors, rules for staying hydrated when you walk, and tips for walking away stress and finding serenity en-route.
