NORDIC WALKING - An Introduction & How To!

[pawanparikh]

Great Video. I am sure that this technique can help to develop good balance and fitness.

Just one question, where can I buy the Walking Poles in India ?

[Daniel0889]

I'm 21 and lost 8 kilos in 2 months with regular nordic walking trainings, and a change in dietary (eating more fruits, yoghurt, eating no junk food at all, nor chocolate) Problem is this sport is only popular among people over 40, when you do a complete training it has effect for almost 95% of your body muscles!

[macran3]

I'm going to have to do some serious research into this technique. I have severe FMS and apparently Nordic Walking can assist over "normal / other forms" of walking ... Nordic Walking in Fibromyalgia - Kim D Jones, Arthritis Research & Therapy. 2011;13(1) © 2011 BioMed Central, Ltd.

[trekkingpoleguru]

@macran3

As with any new skill, start nice and easy. Try Nordic Walking (and do learn optimal technique) for 5 minutes once or twice a day. Work up incrementally so that your body accepts the new movement. Celebrate small victories and then build on them. I cannot stress this enough.

Progressively learning a new skill is the way to achieve muscle memory. For more info: visit PolesForMobility (dot) com

Enjoy! jayah

[miketh2005]

Why is this better than regular walking for exercise? All I see is that your using some muscles in your arm, but that's all...

[trekkingpoleguru]

@miketh2005

Good Question, thanks!

Nordic Walking improves focus and spine function - significantly, not just a little bit!

We lose spine function as we age; Nordic Walking helps to rotate and elongate the spine by recruiting the muscles that support the spine - specifically the latissimus dorsi, lower trapezius and oblique muscles. Once you feel the power, the lengthened stride, the improved endurance, you'll love the attitude you gain even without poles. It's not magic, it's healthy walking

[trog18]

This is a great video with some key points which seperates nordic walking from conventional walking and trekking!

[coolkayaker1]

Thank God for this video on how to walk with sticks. I've walked since I was a tiny baby, but never realized how wrong I was doing it. Instead of looking like a blonde Scandinavian Norseman, I must have appeared to be a circus chimpanzee all these decades. Embarrassing.

[psb1964]

Wow! how did people ever manage to walk before without these amazing sticks?

[trog18]

great video!

[pulmanki]

Hi, I'm from Finland. Nordic walking has been a very popular for many many years. Personally, I am a kind of semi-bodybuilder. I've been seeing nordic walkers for many years but just recently I really realized the potential of it. It's up to the walker how demanding he/she wants it to be. In uphills, you can even run a bit and get a real aerobic exercise. It's an low-impact outdoor activity. In a word, it for every one. It's cheap. It's almost too good to be true!!

[sueoutlaw]

Nordic walking is something I see more of in my neighborhood---there's a great new book, Nordic Walking for Total Fitness, that shows how to Nordic walk and tells about the fitness benefits everyone will get from it--very fun new way to work out!

[Kato018]

I love Nordic Walking soo much. It's so funny and cool. I'm walking every day and sometimes in the night.

[michal7x7]

Are they using gaiters? What for?

[bootsdog3]

@michal7x7 Perhaps they place weights in the gators. They may be there as wind breakers. They may be protection against snake bites.

[007jakolantern]

Bought the poles.But was totally clueless,..I watched this video.Great basic instruction.Makes the whole thing clear.well done

[SkiWalking]

Keep your fingers relaxed and dont grip the poles! There are three basic levels of Nordic Walking - based on the American Nordic Walking System. Level 1 is casually walking with poles (burns about 20% more calories than regular walking). Level 2 includes a full arm extension, burns up to 30% more calories and automatically increases stride length and tempo. Level 3 burns up to 40% more calories and includes the full arm extension, a hard pole plant and pressure into the cradle of the straps.

[Dana888dana]

Great video but I'm confused; shouldn't the grip be released as swing back? It doesn't show that in this video. Also, does anyone know how to increase the exertion for a more challenging walk using the poles? I am addicted to Nordic walking! Everyone should try it!

[28711160]

Nordic walking is so cool

[macmelody]

Great video. Thank you.

[Pavignon]

OMYGAWD I LOOOOOVE NORDIC WALKING.

[mille2109]

I m starting walking too....thanks for sharing here, keep up our work

[mamasmann]

hmm, i didnt know this had become so popular...

its just the same as skisticks just without snow

im from the north btw :D proud norwegian =D

[Gimpdiggity]

This is a great video. I saw some of these poles in a local store and wondered what they were. Before taking the plunge on buying them I noted what they were called and came home to do some research. This video has me sold. It looks like a fun and easy to do exercise for someone like me!!!

[nordicwalkingtime]

Great video to help everyone to discover nordic walking

[Lippilotta18]

5Sterne mache auch Nordic Walking gglg Lippilotta

[jdrower]

Jayah rocks! Your love of the sport and generosity are constantly inspiring. Wish I were on Tam now! JD

[wazeeohah]

VERY GOOD VIDEO ...THANKS

[witches41]

this is a great video. i have nordic poles but never really knew how to walk right with them until now. i am anxious to go outside now and try this. very well done thank you

[cinar96rvn]

AWESOME VIDEO! I really love nordic walking but have not had a chance over the last couple of months to pleasure myself with nature and walking.

I WANT TO NORDIC WALK!

I WANT TO NORDIC WALK!

[RuthMonika]

Thanks, this is very useful! As a Nordic Walking instructor in Germany and a keen walker I am going to combine my English teaching with Nordic Walking.... so

there'll be "NordicWalkingEnglishTalking" here in Germany where we have many enthusiastic Nordic Walker

already

[trekkingpoleguru]

Glad you liked our posting. I would be quite interested in learning more about how you teach. You can reach me via my website: AdventureBuddies. NET

[YogaInstructor]

Clear, concise & excellent instruction. A must see for anyone wanting to learn to Nordic Walk. Thanks very much!

[SmilinSweetpea]

Thank you for posting this very informative video. I bought a pair of poles but thought that I was missing something in reading how to use them. It was nice to see a demonstration. I still have a problem b/c unfortunately, my right wrist is rather weak, so my pole tends to swing side to side (little control over it at the moment)and I tripped myself a few times today, but perhaps if I drag it more I'll figure it out.

[trekkingpoleguru]

Tripping is BAD. Try snugging your elbows into your side, squeezing your shoulder blades down your back (scapular depression) and notice that your forearms angle out just a bit. Even 1/2 inch will help prevent the poles crossing in front of you. check my website for more tips? AdventureBuddies . NET

Happy Walking!

[jla734]

Thanks for posting this information. Very helpful.

[evilkoenie]

SUPERTÖLL!

[oldron7]

I have signed up for all of your videos due to the excellent content and knowledgeable style of teaching how to use any kind of poles. oldron

[trekkingpoleguru]

Thanks very much! Helping folks preserve joints & enjoy the outdoors is so rewarding! Gyms are so solitary, connecting with friends while walking is GREAT!

[verininha]

Very good!

I always wanted to know how it "functions" and now is clear for me! Normally I don't like to walk, I prefer to use my bicycle, but know I think could also be interesting and nice this special way of walking!

Greetings from Germany, Bavaria, Donauwoerth,

Verinha Rath.

[trekkingpoleguru]

Thanks very much, Nordic Walking is great cross training!

[ParkinsonsPT]

EXCELLENT intro, clearly presented, I'll check the website for more info.

[TrekkingAndKayaking]

Awesome! Nordic Walking demystified. Thanks!