Running Cadence Metronome
Beat for your target steps per minuteRuns locally · nothing uploaded
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Put on headphones and match your footstrikes to the beat. The screen stays on; some phones pause audio in the background.
Stride length
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Steps per km
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Measure my cadence
Tip: raise cadence about 5% at a time and give it 2–3 weeks before the next step.
Also works as:180 cadence metronomerunning metronomesteps per minutestride length calculator
How to use
- 1Set a target cadence or pick a preset.
- 2Press Start, put on headphones and match your footstrikes to the beat.
- 3Optionally enter your pace for stride length, or tap to measure your cadence.
FAQ
Do I need 180 steps per minute?
No. 180 comes from observing elite racers; 160–175 is common for recreational runners on easy runs. If you're below 160 and overstriding, a modest increase can reduce impact.
How do I increase cadence?
Raise it about 5% at a time and run with the metronome until it feels natural.
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