It takes 20 to 30 minutes for an average man to walk 2km depending on certain factors such as gender and fitness level.

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There are many factors that affect how fast a person walks such as age, weight, height, and gender. For example, the average speed of a man is faster than a woman because of an inherent tendency to be stronger and more muscular than women. Similarly, taller people tend to walk faster than shorter people due to their increased stride length.

Age has an influence on how long it takes you to walk 2km. As we grow older, the ability to maintain a regular pace reduces and we become less likely to exercise regularly reducing cardiovascular fitness. The result is that your walking speed reduces as you age.

Weather conditions like storms, heavy rain, or heavy winds can also affect your walking speed. If you are wearing uncomfortable shoes, it is also likely to significantly reduce your pace. Similarly, environment like hills can make it difficult to walk fast since they interfere with forward momentum of the body.

Issues like knee, ankle, and back problems may limit your ability to walk fast. If you have a history of knee or back problem in your family, it is advisable to see your doctor for a proper examination before taking up any vigorous activity like running or walking.

Furthermore, the surface you walk on also contributes to the speed at which you can walk 2km. A smooth road offers less resistance when you are walking compared with rough terrain.

If you wish to walk at a fast pace, it is advisable that you train your muscles and cardiovascular system by walking for several minutes every day. As such, the speed of your walking will gradually increase as you get fitter and lighter body weight makes running faster. If you are not very fit yet, start with slow walking and slowly increase the pace as you progress.