Nordic Walking Guy
Blogging about Nordic walking and the Afoot lifestyle1) Walk with purpose! 2) Be consistent! 3) Nobody walks alone!
Baby Boomers and cognitive decline – not a pretty picture in the US
An article paints a disturbing picture about cognitive decline among Baby Boomers in the US. It's one thing to acknowledge that cognitive decline can happen as one ages. However, it is happening at higher rates among Baby Boomers than in previous generations. And...
Are you looking for a Nordic walking community?
Are you looking for a Nordic walking community?Check out Nordic Walking Groups on Facebook. We are global.We represent all skill levels in Nordic walking.We are enthusiastic about Nordic walking.What are we about?We encourage forming Nordic walking groups in...
When Number 2 becomes your number 1 problem: Incontinence while Nordic walking
Has your body ambushed you when you're too far away from a restroom but too close to civilization to improvise? It's not fun, is it? If you've never had that uncomfortable and panicking experience when Nordic walking, you will. This may not seem like the most...
Eat more of these to fight cognitive decline
A study showed that "scientists have narrowed down the four most important food groups for stopping cognitive decline with age."Bottom line: "...those who consumed less fruits, vegetables, nuts, and pulses (beans, lentils, and peas), were more likely to experience...
Bouncers belong in the night club, not in Nordic walking
Do one or both of your poles seem to drag, bounce, or skip when you plant them in the ground to start your backswing? Some Nordic walkers say their poles tend to drag. Bouncing is another way people might describe it For me, it feels like it skips across the...