Nordic Walking Guy
Blogging about Nordic walking and the Afoot lifestyle1) Walk with purpose! 2) Be consistent! 3) Nobody walks alone!
Walking reduces HbA1c in Type II diabetic patientsAn interesting review of different research studies found these results:Decreased HbA1c.Reduced body mass index.Lower diastolic blood pressure.Interestingly, the review noted no significant improvements in systolic...
Nordic walking and Type II diabetes: Ongoing researchSome results of research about Nordic walking and Type II diabetes:Greater improvements in weight, body mass index, waist size, overall power, and oxygen uptake (VO2) the more participants stuck with the exercise...
Nordic walking and postureHere's a short video that shows the relationship between posture and Nordic walking.
Nordic walking and geriatric rehabilitationA study comparing Nordic walking and regular walking for senior citizens showed Nordic walking was "106% more effective in improving gait speed among elderly."
Nordic walking and fibromyalgiaIn a fibromyalgia study comparing Nordic walking women with women walking without poles, those who Nordic walked not only improved their walking times more significantly than the regular walking group, the Nordic walking group...