Google Fit says I walked over 2 miles when I was doing my steps / myLot

United States

September 25, 2026 2:47pm CST

It sure doesn't seem like it was that far. I would say a mile and a half tops. I have measure the distance that I go on my regular walk before..and I think it is closer to a mile and a half there and back..yeah, not that impressive I know..but I couldn't walk that much this summer it was too hot. I was walking in the yard a bit doing some yard work..maybe they picked up those steps too..although it wasn't that far. Are your step counting devices reliable?

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Eva James

@wolfgirl569 (140988)

• Marion, Ohio

It will count all of your steps. Even just going to the bathroom or to get a drink

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snowy

@snowy22315 (213331)

• United States

You have to have your phone on your though. I am not typically carrying my phone when I do those things.

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Amber

@AmbiePam (128010)

• United States

I haven’t worn my ring in awhile so I don’t even remember if it counts my steps or just does sleep tracking and blood pressure and stuff. I should find it. I could use all the help available.

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snowy

@snowy22315 (213331)

• United States

I hear that.

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rakski

@rakski (162329)

• Philippines

I'm hoping so. But sometimes,my phone and my watch have a different count. I have other step counter installed in my phone other than the watch app as well

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JB_girl

@sol_cee (39157)

• Philippines

Haha, I’m not sure how accurate those step counters are. Maybe all that yard work helped boost your numbers a little!

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LooeyVille

@LooeyVille (53)

• United States

Yes, mine is very accurate

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snowy

@snowy22315 (213331)

• United States

How do you know,,have you measured the distance?

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Jimbo45

@Ineeddentures (46054)

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Are your step counting devices reliable? Yes After 10 steps I have to stop

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Judy Evans

@JudyEv (389020)

• Rockingham, Australia

I don't have one and don't bother too much. I know I should but that's me.

Michael

@Wrexxo (8177)

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A mile and a half is still a mile and a half, don't sell yourself short. Yard work counts too honestly, it all adds up even if it don't feel like exercise. My step counter be off sometimes too, i wouldn't trust it 100%.

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