Nordic Walking Guy
Blogging about Nordic walking and the Afoot lifestyle1) Walk with purpose! 2) Be consistent! 3) Nobody walks alone!
Time to take off the glovesNordic walking gloves are interesting things. Some poles have gloves that are attached to the pole and require you to actually slip the your hand out of them if you needed a free hand. Newer models have gloves with a quick release so you can...
What really makes Nordic walking poles different?The Nordic walking glove and handle make Nordic walking poles distinct and give Nordic walking its ability to multiply the benefits of regular walking. Most straps are just for looping around one's wrist, but the...
A testimonial about Nordic walkingI had never heard of bilateral perilymph fistulas (PLFs) and endolymphatic hydrops until I read this piece. That person walked a marathon at 13 minutes, 22 seconds per mile. Nordic walking gives us permission to be ambitious!
Why can’t I use hiking/trekking poles for Nordic walking?Think in terms of the right tool for the job. Effective Nordic walking doesn’t happen without the right kind of poles. Some points for difference to ponder:Hiking/trekking polesNordic walking polesUse for...
Amazing opportunity for a Nordic walking meetup at the Lakeshore Foundation in Jefferson County on 2/9Many thanks to the Lakeshore Foundation for letting us meet at their indoor track to practice Nordic walking inside from the weather.Join us on Friday at 10 AM to...