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Should I use rubber tips or the steel ones on my poles?
I get inquires on the use of rubber tips. We’ve talked about this in past blogs, but it’s worth bring to the top. All true Nordic Waking poles come with “pull off” rubber tips to cover the carbide steel ones … Continue reading
To drag or not to drag – Nordic Walking technique
In response to some inquiries I’ve had, I’d like to explain my advice to “drag your poles” behind you. The point is to keep the poles behind you and NOT grab them and pull them forward. You want to get … Continue reading
Keep elbows straighter for better momentum
I notice that many Nordic Walkers tend to bend their arms at the elbows when walking. Not a major problem, but if you keep you arms mostly straight, you will be able to reach out and get a good stride … Continue reading
Symmetric walking is the way humans have walked for 40,000 years
Symmetric walking. What does he mean by that? Alternating feet/arms move together. As in your left foot is forward when your right hand is. aka symmetric gait. Obvious? Well, if you look at people scooting thru a shopping mall, you … Continue reading
Nordic Walk on your next cruise | Crystal has been offering it since 2009
On many ships, the Promenade Deck goes completely around the ship. However, many newer ships are filling in that real estate with shops. Before you cruise, take a look at the layout. I brought Nordic Walking to Crystal Cruises in 2009. … Continue reading
Finland study shows that walking does help you lose weight.
I’m not trying to “beat a dead horse”….but I think it’s important for Nordic Walkers to be fluent in why they are doing it. You will get laughs from others who think you cannot find the ski slopes. Can you … Continue reading
Here’s another medical study supporting exercising
Dr. Thomas Gill, professor of geriatrics at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Conn. led a study by Patricia Katz, Ph.D., professor of medicine at the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF). They have come out with some interesting … Continue reading
Lose weight slowly – watch what you eat.
This is not an infomercial for a magic pill. They don’t work folks. It’s a life style. We’ve talked about getting 150 minutes a week of strenuous exercises. Reread that if need be. So we preach that you can burn … Continue reading
Time for a formal lesson on Nordic Walking?
Many readers have taken their initial Nordic Walking class from me. We had a great time. If you haven’t had good training, please consider taking a workshop with ANWA – The American Nordic Walking Assn. The have lessons all around … Continue reading
More studies on health and exercise out. 150 minutes a weekl
I tend to keep up with industry trends. I am a member of IDEA (doesn’t really stand for anything). They have a great magazine with a lot of fitness info. Recent studies – with a dozens of participants – showed … Continue reading