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What’s a good overall workout? What muscles does Nordic Walking work on?
Nordic Walking religion touts that you’ll get a good overall workout. True – Nordic Walking, swimmming and the rowing machine are the best ways to get a tone all over. (not TAN – that’s bad). Look at the groups that … Continue reading
“You Have the Best Nordic Walking Training Video on You Tube”
I always read the comments to this NordicWalkingFun.com blog. I like to share my knowledge and expertise. If you are here, you were exposed to my YouTube video and tips. Often I stare at the sun and try to come … Continue reading
Nordic Walking Groups – where are they? Finding people to walk with.
I get the same question many times . . . “Where Can I find a group of people that I can go Nordic Walking with?” Unless you live in an area that embraces Nordic Walking, you may have a tough … Continue reading
Studies reconfirm value of exercising – Nordic Walking solves that
University and medical community studies have supported past results pointing to the utility of regular exercise on long term health. The current recommendation of 150 minutes of strenuous exercise showed marked resistance to health related issues. The term “strenuous” is … Continue reading
High Intensity Interval Training shown to be best for your health
A new study looked at individuals who were measured on quantitative exercises and attempted to see the difference between High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and slow endurance exercises. HIIT (called “hit”) is becoming a trend among athletes – elite and … 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
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