What
is Nordic Pole Walking?
Nordic Pole Walking is a low-impact, easy to learn,
and enjoyable exercise for people of all ages and fitness levels. There are
approximately 350 scientific and clinical studies pointing to the health
benefits of Nordic Pole Walking.
Nordic Walking Poles differ from hiking, trekking, or ski poles. They are
adjustable, ultra light, and fit each individual so as to engage more than 90%
of all body muscles.
Where
did Nordic Pole Walking originate?
Nordic Pole Walking originated in Finland and dates back to the
early part of the 20th century. To
stay in great physical condition all year long, Cross Country Skiers used their
ski poles during the warmer months as their off-season training.
In 1985, it was thought that if rubber tips were put onto the ski poles, Nordic Pole Walkers could experience the same upper body conditioning walking that Cross Country Skiers did skiing. It is well documented that Cross Country Skiing is the most effective physical exercise for cardiovascular improvement and total body muscle strengthening, and now these same health benefits are available to Nordic Pole Walkers.
The term “Nordic Walking” came into being in 1997 when a Finnish ski
equipment manufacturer, in cooperation with athletes and sports medicine
experts, developed a fitness walking pole with an innovative wrist strap system.
The wrist strap is the key component to the Nordic Pole Walking technique
and allows the walker to access the full range of associated physical and
health-related benefits.
Nordic Pole Walking has developed into a wonderful all-in-one exercise that not
only develops good physical and muscular conditioning but it is also a safe and
effective form of exercise for everyone, regardless of age or fitness level.
It is proving to be a fun, social, safe, and a very efficient way to
exercise.
What are some of the health benefits of Nordic Pole Walking?
Burns up to 46% more calories than regular walking!
Increases
cardiovascular training up to 22%.
Incorporates 90% of all body muscles.
Helps to eliminate back, shoulder, and neck pain.
Up to 30% less impact on hip and knee joints.
Increases oxygen respiration by 25% or more.
Supports stress management.
Develops upright body posture.
How
does someone get started?
You
can book a free appointment, lasting about an hour.
First,
you will be introduced to a brand new pair of Nordic Walking Poles. You will
learn how to adjust them for your height, and you will learn about the
unique hand strap, how it fits, and how it attaches and detaches from the
poles.
For
the next 15 minutes or so, you will be shown the correct grip for holding
the poles, the proper arm motion, and a few other technical points to get
you Pole Walking correctly.
We
then go for a 30 – 40 minute walk where your technique will be observed
and fine-tuned, if required.
Afterwards,
if you wish, you can buy the set of poles you just experienced. A pair of
poles, with travel bag and rubber feet (for pavement) cost $90. If you would
rather not purchase the poles, that’s perfectly alright but don’t count
on it as this sport is exceptionally addicting.
To book an appointment with a Certified Nordic Pole Walking Instructor, contact Peter Dennis at: 905-771-1543 or at: peter@mycapco.ca.
Click here to see a Nordic Pole Walking demonstration.
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