A new fitness concept is taking Gloucestershire by storm.You may have  noticed people walking with what look like ski poles,they are in fact  'Nordic Walking' ! 

 

 

What is it?

Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking - it makes something we  all do twice as effective!I

It is not to be confused with trekking, hill walking or trail running as the poles are not planted in front of the walker, but in a specific way that increases the use of the upper body.It can be done by anybody, anywhere and does not require the use of expensive equipment or clothing.Nordic walking can be used as a fitness technique, healthy walking, for rehabilitation purposes and is a highly effective exercise for sports conditioning.

Nordic Walking uses poles to add two major benefits to walking:

1.The use of poles means the upper body muscles are used, as well as the legs.

2.The poles help propel the walker along - this means you work harder than usual yet the support given by the poles makes it feel easier!        

To see Nordic Walking in action, click on  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/8011219.stm  

 

To see what other people think of Nordic Walking with Ed, click on our 'Testamonials'

Important!

The Nordic Walking technique MUST be learnt correctly if you are to get the most out of the activity.Lack of proper instruction runs the risk of Nordic Walking being consigned to "just walking with poles".

Good instruction ensures you get an almost instant 'buzz' and have an exercise you can perform safely and effectively, finding a social exercise you will want to tell your friends all about!

 

**NEW for spring 2012.

Evening walks 6.30pm every Wednesday

To book your FREE Taster Session* call Ed on 01242 227181

 *Poles are provided for the taster sessions and group walks.If you would like to buy your own , please visit the 'Shop for poles & Equipment'. section of this website