Nordic Walking Guy
Blogging about Nordic walking and the Afoot lifestyle1) Walk with purpose! 2) Be consistent! 3) Everything counts, but not everything matters!
1-arm technique for learning
From the Slovak Nordic Walking Association, a very good video with a couple of learning points. Nordic walking with only one arm at a time is a good way to learn the technique. You only need to focus on one arm at a time. This helps you avoid confusion that could...
Nordic walking makes for healthy hearts
Hack your walk with Nordic Walking Guy's 3 rules: Walk with purpose! Be consistent! Everything counts, but not everything matters! CNN Health described a study that reported very positive results of Nordic walking for heart health. Importantly, the study compared...
Fun with friends
I found this item by Nordic Walking with Dawn that illustrates the fun Nordic walkers can have with each other. nordicwalkingwith_dawn@nordicwalkingwithdawn ↓ See below for Nordic walking coaching, experiences, and shopping ↓Apparel and accessories: Check these items...
Preparing for a Nordic walking race
I came across an article with suggestions on preparing for a Nordic walking race, just what our inner competitor needs. Main point: "You must have absolutely perfect technique to avoid being reported by the judges!" More about it: Related to international competition:...
Don’t be tense in Nordic walking: “Keeping the arms relaxed and keeping the poles behind the body are key elements in the proper technique.”
From an article about Nordic walking technique: "Keeping the arms relaxed and keeping the poles behind the body are key elements in the proper technique." I stress getting the backswing past the seam of one's pants to experience greater involvement of the back...