Nordic walking poles and trekking poles are both walking poles but they are meant for two different types of walking activity. Here's a great video by Linda Lemke of Minnesota who discusses with you which one you might really want. This is the best and clearest explanation I have come across so far: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp6vMhcazis Here's a written summary … [Read more...]
Cartoon of an oblivious Nordic Walker
Clever, humorous cartoon about an oblivious Nordic walker who has "zoned out" -- I won't give away the ending! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIe4GKjOM_4 … [Read more...]
Nordic Walking: The Dork Factor
This Nordic walking clip was the very first thing I found on the web when looking for Nordic walking information, in which Klaus Schwanbeck & Greg Bellamy of nordixx Canada pitch their idea for new Nordic walking poles to a panel of potential backers. (("Dragons' Den" is a TV show in Canada where people try to get funding for their business ideas.)) One of the … [Read more...]
Introduction to Nordic Walking with Birgit Wilde
This video is probably what convinced me to take a leap of faith and try Nordic walking. Birgit Wilde is originally from Germany. She lived in North Cheshire, England, for 16 years before returning to Düsseldorf. She's an instructor with the International Nordic Walking Association. I liked how plain and simple she just presented everything, with a great sense of humour and … [Read more...]
Funny Russian Nordic Walking Video
I can't watch this video without laughing. I think it's the Lady Gaga music they choose for the background. Everyone sure looks earnest and diligent and somehow very Russian. The parts where they slow it down kill me. But, they're all having a great time, and that's what counts! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMMCpwqg9wg … [Read more...]
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