Nordic Walking Guy

Via Facebook, how some people feel about a recent Nordic walking excursion

Exercise, core muscles, and stressVia a summary at Business Insider, it appears that core exercises have a direct influence on controlling our reactions to stress. The broader implication is actually more about the reality of psychosomatic illnesses. You know the...

Outside walking aloneHave you thought about getting way out into nature? There's self-discovery to be had on a long challenging walk, especially in nature. For some, "One of the most transformational parts of the journey was solo hiking--the piece that held so much...

Walking with your friendsNordic walking is a great social activity. The poles make it possible to increase the intensity of physical exertion without increasing the perception of physical effort. That means you still feel like you're exerting yourself as you always...

Let the poles take care of themselvesNow there's an act of faith. I tell Nordic walkers the poles are better trained than their pets. They'll keep up with you, being available to grip on the front swing and planting into the ground for push off on the backswing. You...