Obsidian Dashboard Plugin: Visual Vault?

Yes, this plugin turns your Obsidian vault into a visual dashboard, but with an important distinction: it does not replace your notes with a static, pre-designed dashboard. Instead, it lets you build a dynamic, interactive overview page using customizable widgets that pull live data from your vault—think of it as a mission control for your notes, tasks, and projects.

Formula

The calculator above works out your average running pace and speed. You enter the finish time (in minutes) and the distance (in kilometers). The formula for pace is:

Pace (min/km) = Total time (min) ÷ Distance (km)

And for speed:

Speed (km/h) = Distance (km) ÷ (Total time (min) ÷ 60)

Where:

• Total time (t) – the time it took to finish, in minutes.
• Distance (d) – the distance covered, in kilometers.
• Pace – the number of minutes per kilometer (lower is faster).
• Speed – the average speed in kilometers per hour.

All values use metric units. If you work in miles, convert distance to kilometers first (1 mile = 1.60934 km) and the result will still be in min/km.

Worked Example

Using the default values from the calculator: finish time = 50 minutes, distance = 10 km.

Step 1: Calculate pace.

Pace = 50 ÷ 10 = 5.00 min/km

Step 2: Calculate speed.

Speed = 10 ÷ (50 ÷ 60) = 10 ÷ 0.8333 = 12.00 km/h

So with these inputs, your average pace is 5 minutes per kilometer, and your average speed is 12 kilometers per hour. That matches the calculator’s output.

When to Use This Calculator

Use this tool whenever you finish a run or a race and want to know your true average pace and speed. It is especially handy for:

• Training runs where you want to check if you hit a target pace.
• Comparing performance across different distances.
• Planning race times – if you know a target pace, you can work backwards to estimate a finish time.

Remember that this gives you the average pace for the whole run. If you run hills or change speed, your actual pace at any given moment will vary.

How to Read the Result

The pace result (min/km) is the most common metric for runners. A lower number means faster. For example, a 5 min/km pace means you cover one kilometer in five minutes. The speed result (km/h) is a more general measure of velocity. Both are useful, but pace is more standard in running contexts.

If you run on a treadmill that shows speed in km/h, you can use the speed output to set the treadmill. If your treadmill shows mph, multiply the km/h value by 0.621371 to get miles per hour.

Common Mistakes

One frequent error is mixing up time units. If you enter a time in hours and seconds instead of minutes, the result will be wrong. Always convert your finish time to minutes before entering it. For example, 1 hour 10 minutes = 70 minutes.

Another mistake is using the wrong distance unit. If you ran 10 miles but enter 10 km, your pace will look much faster than reality. Convert miles to kilometers first.

Rounding too early can also cause small errors. Keep at least two decimal places during calculations, then round the final result to two decimals as the calculator does.

Limits of the Formula

This formula assumes you covered the distance at a perfectly steady effort. In reality, terrain, weather, and fatigue cause your pace to fluctuate. The average pace is still useful, but it doesn’t tell you about your splits or heart rate zones.

Also, the formula only works for running or walking where distance and time are known. It doesn’t account for elevation gain, which can make a 5 min/km pace feel much harder on hills.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my pace from min/km to min/mile?
Multiply the pace in min/km by 1.60934 to get min/mile. For example, 5 min/km × 1.60934 = 8.05 min/mile.

What is a good running pace for a beginner?
It varies by age and fitness, but a common conversational pace for a beginner might be 7–8 min/km. The best pace is one you can sustain comfortably.

Can I use this for walking?
Yes, the formula works exactly the same for walking. Just enter your walk time and distance.

How do I measure my running distance accurately?
Use a GPS watch, a phone app, or a known track. For treadmills, the distance shown is often approximate.

Why does my treadmill speed not match my outdoor pace?
Treadmills have no wind resistance and a flat surface, so you often run faster on a treadmill for the same effort. Also, treadmill calibration can be off.

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in t | Finish time | min | 50 | 0
in d | Distance | km | 10 | 0 | 100000
out pace | Average pace | min/km | t / d | 2
out speed | Average speed | km/h | d / (t / 60) | 2