Nordic Walking Guy
Blogging about Nordic walking and the Afoot lifestyle1) Walk with purpose! 2) Be consistent! 3) Everything counts, but not everything matters!
Nordic walking technique: Landing point for Nordic walking poles
For #TechniqueTuesday, consider this tip when you're starting out. It comes from a very good set of videos on YouTube. I'm starting this clip at a segment that explains the dynamics of the Nordic walking poles. Notice how the poles are always at an angle.Also notice...
Nordic walking at St Mark United Methodist Church
Community outreach on August 20, 2022 at St Mark United Methodist Church. 16 people attended and had a great time together. St Mark is a terrific venue and has an indoor track that worked well for Nordic walking instruction....
Nordic walking technique: Posture does it
For #TechniqueTuesday, consider this tip when you're starting out. It comes from a very good set of videos on YouTube. I'm starting this clip at a segment that points out one's posture. A great thing about Nordic walking is its emphasis on posture - back straight,...
Nordic walking technique: Poles for propulsion
For #TechniqueTuesday, consider this tip when you're starting out. It comes from a very good set of videos on YouTube. I'm starting this clip where it points out that Nordic walking poles, while capable of supporting one's balance, are more for forward propulsion and...
Stay as independent as possible
Hack your walk with Nordic Walking Guy's 3 rules: Walk with purpose! Be consistent! Remember everything count's but not everything matters! A UPI article pointed out the connection between exercise and independent living among older people. Main point: "...physically...