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Mongo3000
Jul 4, 2011, 04:00 PM
I am 75 years old. What is agood speed for walking one mile?

cdad
Jul 4, 2011, 05:12 PM
Around 20 minutes or so as an average.

Ref:

Average Walking Pace or Speed - Walking (http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art20257.asp)

Fr_Chuck
Jul 4, 2011, 05:14 PM
And of course one has to consider all of your other health issues.

Mongo3000
Jul 4, 2011, 06:34 PM
Thank you. I am walking at 19.30 per mile.

Mongo3000
Jul 4, 2011, 06:34 PM
Thank you. I am walking at 19.30 per mile.

ballengerb1
Jul 4, 2011, 07:34 PM
Accurate answers but your speed should be a factor of your pulse rather than mph. Consult your doctor regarding how high he would like to see your heart rate and then use a pulse monitor or heart monitor.