Originally Posted by
njkayaker
Use 13.3 steps/mph * average speed. This will underestimate the "equivalent" steps at 20mph (for example) but you'll get more credit for going faster. (And I'm guessing you want more credit for going faster.)
Keep in mind that they are using "odd" units (steps) for effort. Using your cadence to measure steps would overestimate the effort.
Exactly. A walking or running step is not equivalent to a pedal revolution because the bike holds up your weight. That's why I suggested using a heart rate monitor earlier.