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Curious about Nordic walking? Experience Nordic walking in a free fun walk (no charge; poles provided) Join us at the next fun walk
Experience the Nordic walking difference
With its origins in cross-country skiing, Nordic walking introduces the use of poles to turn walking, typically a lower body activity, into a full body aerobic experience.
Experience the Nordic walking technique to see why millions around the world pursue this fun, whole body, low impact form of exercise
Hear how people integrate Nordic walking into their personal health disciplines
Meet others interested in Nordic walking at these sessions and get to know them
Invite your friends and family to sample this great activity
Join Nordic walking groups on social media to share ideas, tips, and experiences
What you get
- No charge to participate
- Loaner poles for the sessions
- Poles available for purchase
- An invitation to join Nordic Walking Groups, a Facebook community where you can share your experiences, questions, and ideas about your Nordic walking journey
What you’ll learn
History and benefits of Nordic walking. Topics include:
- Evolution of Nordic walking
- Health and social benefits
- Comparison with other forms of exercise
Nordic walking demonstration. Topics include:
- Arm swing and leg synchronization
- Demonstration of uphill/downhill walking
- Opportunity to try it out
Supplemental exercises demonstration. Topics include:
- Balance exercises
- Strength exercises
- Methods for increasing intensity
Programming. Topics include:
- Health goals
- Fitness goals
- Well-being goals
Tuscaloosa County
Randall Family Park and Trailhead
201 Rice Mine Rd Loop, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
Fun walks are free, but register ahead of time to provide a headcount.
- Wednesday – March 20, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – April 3, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – August 21, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – September 4, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – September 25, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – October 2, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – October 9, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – October 23, 2024 at 7:30 AM
- Wednesday – November 13, 2024 at 7:30 AM
Tuscaloosa Riverwalk
Jack Warner Parkway, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Fun walks are free, but register ahead of time to provide a headcount.
Jefferson County
Aldridge Gardens
3530 Lorna Rd, Hoover, AL 35216
Fun walks are free, but register ahead of time to provide a headcount.
- Saturday – January 27, 2024 at 8:30 AM
- Saturday – March 23, 2024 at 8:30 AM
- Sunday – May 19, 2024 at 2:00 PM
- Saturday – August 24, 2024 at 8:30 AM
- Saturday – October 5, 2024 at 8:30 AM
- Saturday – December 7, 2024 at 8:30 AM
No charge for attending
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