Nordic Forest Fitness - Haldon Forest Park Mondays - 12.45 - 2.00pm ​

 

Improve your well-being with Nordic 'Forest Fitness' at beautiful Haldon Forest Park. Held weekly, the class involves 50 minutes of cardiovascular activity, followed by 20 minutes of strength, agility, and balance training - all set within the trees.

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To get started, book an induction class. See below.  ​​​

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​​The class is run by Fiona Swan, who, in addition to being a Nordic walking instructor, is qualified in Personal Training and functional fitness for ageing populations. 

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Each week, participants walk for 50 minutes as a group around various parts of the forest, taking in the 2.5k , 4k or 5k Nordic walking trails. At certain hills we will add in some optional shuttle runs to enable you to raise your heart rate and also allows for everyone to work at their own level.

Advice on raising your heart rate safely and effectively will be given along with ongoing tuition around the Nordic walking technique.

The class concludes with strength, agility, and balance training using 1 to 3K weights and resistance bands.

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Participants may also like to set their own fitness goals, such as building muscle mass, improving cardiovascular fitness, or making changes to your Body Mass Index (BMI).

 

Group support and motivation are essential components of the class.  Explore Devon and Dartmoor with one of my day walks, where time is taken to enjoy the view, take pictures, have picnic breaks, and enjoy!

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By attending the class, you will;

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• Undertake 50 mins of Nordic fitness walking - at your own pace with small groups of like-minded individuals.

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• Improve bone density, and muscle mass with 15 minutes of strength and resistance training using hand weights, bands, and body weight. 

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• Learn how to walk more effectively with or without poles. Ongoing tuition is provided.

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• Set your own fitness goals and develop your cardiovascular fitness by monitoring your heart rate by using the 'perceived rate exertion' method. 

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• Feel motivated in a supportive group environment

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• Group warm-up and stretches at the start and finish

 

Optional refreshments at the Ridge Cafe afterward.

A wide range of light snacks,  lunch, and beverages are served. 

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The current  Nordic Forest Fitness programme runs from:

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​Mon 8th Sept - 20th October 12.45 - 2 pm (7 weeks ) Cost £56. (If the term has already started, pay for the remaining weeks at £8 a session) 

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Future Term Dates

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TBC

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PAYG £10, ​Pole hire £2 

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If you're new to Nordic walking and need to learn the technique, the next induction classes are;

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Monday 1st Sept  2.30 - 3.30pm - Haldon Forest - Book

​Book online or contact Fiona