Straps or no straps? Usually in life, the answer is clear: strapless is considered sexier! But in the world of Nordic walking, the question is the subject of a raging debate. Nordic walking poles evolved from cross-country ski poles, which have straps, and and meant to be planted in the ground at an angle and pushed partly using the strap. (("The grip … [Read more...]
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Nordic Walking Accessories
Nordic walking can be a disappointingly affordable sport. Disappointing because, aside from good footwear which you should have anyway, there are very few add-ons that you can buy in your new-found enthusiasm for the sport, forcing you to get out and do the darn sport rather than shop for it. Some of the accessories, like the boots and the baskets that … [Read more...]
Nordic Walking and Weight Management
Nordic Walking and Weight Management Nordic walking can be a good tool in helping you to enjoy the foods you love, while staying in a healthy weight range for you. There are few other activities that are as good as burning off calories. My weight is spot on for my height -- I'm 178 cm tall and weigh 77.5 kg (5'10" / 171 lbs.) I am a Weight Watchers for Men member … [Read more...]
Nordic Walking and Weight Loss
Nordic walking is one of the best exercises for burning off calories. Some people consider it superior in that regard to jogging because of the upper body involvement, comparing it to swimming. Estimated ranges of how many more calories it burns compared to normal walking vary, because how much you burn really depends on how well you develop your technique, how … [Read more...]
Nordic Walking and Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers™ Activity Tracker® showing the value Weight Watchers places on Nordic walking as an exercise Nordic walking is one of the most effective weight loss and management tools. I first heard the term "Nordic walking" through my Weight Watchers for Men™ Activity Points Activity Tracker®. Weight Watchers makes exercise an integral part of their approach to life. … [Read more...]
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