Askeleenkorkeuden

Askeleenkorkeuden is a Finnish term that translates to "stride length" or "step length" in English. It refers to the distance covered by a single step during locomotion, typically walking or running. This measurement is a fundamental component of gait analysis and is influenced by various factors.

Stride length is generally considered to be the distance between two successive points of contact of the same foot on the ground. For example, it would be the distance between the heel strike of the left foot and the subsequent heel strike of the same left foot. Alternatively, it can be measured from the heel strike of one foot to the heel strike of the opposite foot, which is then referred to as a "step length" or "stride length" depending on the specific convention used.

Several factors affect an individual's stride length. These include height, leg length, speed of movement, age, sex, and physical condition. For instance, taller individuals tend to have longer strides than shorter individuals. When walking, stride length is typically shorter than when running. Changes in stride length can also be indicative of certain medical conditions or injuries affecting mobility. In sports and biomechanics, optimizing stride length is often a goal to improve efficiency and performance.