The Sport of Nordic Walking is more Popular than Ever
– Better Homes & Gardens

Poles aren’t just for holding up beans – they’re now part of a fun new way to ramp up your regular walk. It’s called Nordic walking, a sport that got its foothold in Finland and is now spreading across the United States as more and more Americas embrace it for its ability to build strength, endurance, muscle tone, and bone density. Specifically designed walking poles transform a serene stroll into a while-body workout, boosting heart rate and burning calories up to 46 percent faster than walking alone, according to a study down by The Cooper Institute in Texas…Read Full PDF

by Berit Thorkelson
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