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WELCOME TO NORDIC WALKING DEVON
Nordic walking is a wonderful way to improve your health and fitness and Devon's stunning coast and countryside, along with 365sq. miles of Dartmoor, make a very inspirational backdrop for this enjoyable activity.
Nordic Walking Devon is run by Fiona Swan, a fully qualified British Nordic Walking instructor, Hill and Moorland Leader, and guide.
So if you're looking to Learn to Nordic Walk, attend existing group walks, or would like a guide to lead a walk for your family or group, on either Dartmoor or Exmoor, please do read on.
Nordic Walking
Nordic walking is a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness, maintain muscle mass, and support strong bones. It's easy to learn (just requires tuition and practice!) and is suitable for all fitness levels.
To make a start, you need to learn the Nordic walking technique by attending a training session, using the British Nordic Walking - INWA 10 Steps Training Method. This can be done as part of a group or on a 1 to 1 basis at Haldon Forest Park, or other location by mutual agreement. Leki Nordic walking poles are provided for all training sessions. Book some training
Haldon Forest Park
Fiona teaches Nordic walking at Beautiful Haldon Forest Park using the specific 2.5, 4, and 5K Nordic walking trails. She has 10 years of experience teaching Nordic walking and is also a personal trainer and Level 4 specialist in Exercise for Lower Back Pain.
Benefits of Nordic Walking:
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Tones the upper body
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Effective aerobic exercise
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Walk faster and hills feel easier!
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Reduces pressure on the lower body - ideal if you have lower back, hip, knee, or ankle issues.
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Outdoors and sociable
Once you've learned the Nordic technique please join our regular Coast and Countryside walks (Tuesday mornings) and Nordic fitness walks (Mondays) at Haldon Forest Park. See more
Hope to meet you soon
Fiona
Fiona is fully insured, and a member of CIMSPA the Charted Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity, and a qualified member of the Mountain Training Association.
NORDIC WALK AT HALDON
HALDON
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Weekly Nordic Fitness Walking
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Walk the Nordic 2, 4 and 5K routes
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Socialble group
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To reduce the impact of Nordic Walking Devon's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from driving a diesel car to lead walks, run this website, purchase walking equipment and stationary, etc, Nordic Walking Devon funds the work of climate organisation Ecologi. To date, Nordic Walking Devon has funded projects that have resulted in 10 fewer tonnes of carbon entering the atmosphere. That’s the equivalent of 24,814 miles driven by the average car. When my car is end of its life I will exchange it for a low-emitting electric car.
Did you know that 1 tonne is 1000Kg. That's equivalent to 500 2k CO2 fire extinguishers!
If you would like to follow my progress, please follow this link Nordic Walking Devon | Ecologi Thank You.
Protect the Planet
WHAT IS NORDIC WALKING?
Originating from Finland in the 1930's Nordic walking is an activity that engages the upper body as well as the legs. By using poles to propel yourself along you walk much faster and feel lighter.
The correct placement of the pole, combined with the rhythmic nature of Nordic walking, also helps to improve the range of movement around joints, posture, and balance.
Done correctly Nordic walking feels is a full body workout, burning 20 - 40% more calories than ordinary walking, making it a great activity for overall fitness.
Public Health England and Active Devon recommends Nordic walking as a way to meet the guidelines for health.