History of Nordic Walking

Nordic Walking originated from Finland and was originally a summer training method for cross-country skiers. They practiced Nordic Walking on long hiking expeditions, hills and marshes and in 1997 Nordic Walking was accepted as a national approved training method.

As a result of research in sport medicine and other fitness professionals it was then developed into a form of exercise with specific training equipment. Nordic Walking has rapidly increased its’ popularity and today Nordic Walking is a well-known sport all around the world. Over 6 million people are walking with poles every day keeping fit! Why don’t you give it a try?

Why Nordic Walking?

Nordic Walking, or walking with poles, is an effective way of walking to increase strength and stamina. The movements made whilst walking with poles are exactly the same as one would make when walking fast without poles. This is the basic technique needed for Nordic walking and through the use of this simple technique, almost all of the muscles in the body are trained, making it a total body workout. In order to obtain good training results it is very important to learn this rhythm before walking with the Nordic Walking poles.

Nordic Walking is great for individuals who relate to the following:

• Are seeking a unique cross-training activity
• Can't jog or run but want the same benefits
• Want to lose weight/size faster for better health
• Suffer balance, stability or mobility problems
• Have movement restriction and painful joints
• Need a safe and effective form of rehabilitation exercise for
• many conditions
• Need more than just a walk

Even people with physical limitations can do Nordic Walking as it relieves the joints, supports the spine and extra stability is given through the use of the poles.