What is Nordic Walking?

Developed in Finland in the 1950's, Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking. It is a specific fitness technique, not to be confused with trekking or hill walking. By using specially designed poles and straps, the poles are planted behind the body to provide propulsion making you walk faster and feel lighter!

As Nordic Walking works the upper part of the body as well as the legs, it is great for posture and is an effective all over body work out. It can burn up to twice as many calories as ordinary walking. It is recommended by fitness experts and health professionals because it is simple, highly effective and affordable.

Nordic Walking is great for all round health and fitness as it:

• uses 90% of your major muscles and can burn 20 - 40% more calories than normal walking.
• takes pressure of your knees and joints.
• does not require expensive equipment or clothing.
• is one of the most effective cross training techniques for atheletes and sports people who require ultimate cardiovascular and endurance conditioning.
• is sociable and FUN!