History of Pole Walking…

Where it all started…

History of Pole Walking…

Pole Walking stems from the sport of cross country skiing – it is believed to of originated as far back as the 1930’s, when the cross country ski coaches of Finland were struggling to keep their athletes in peak performance during the off season.

It soon became popular with the average person once the total body benefits and the overall fun of the activity was discovered. Quickly spreading throughout Northern Europe – where millions of people have partaken in it regularly for decades.

Pole Walking also known as Nordic Walking has only recently been seen here in North America . . . but it is by all means here to stay!

We Breathe Better, Walk Faster & Further and Feel Great!

The CHIP (Coronary Health Improvement Project) Program recognizes that sustained, regular exercise is a huge factor in maintaining a healthy... View Article

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We Breathe Better, Walk Faster & Further and Feel Great!

The CHIP (Coronary Health Improvement Project) Program recognizes that sustained, regular exercise is a huge factor in maintaining a healthy body – probably as important or more than the food we eat.

Walking is one of the safest forms of exercise and we were extremely please to have Sheri Simson come and demonstrate the Keenfit Walking Poles. Sheri is a very popular presenter at our CHIP programs. She is an enthusiastic and high energy, vibrant person who inspires you to exercise.

Some of the comments made by participants who purchased and used the Walking Poles as a result of her presentations were: “They’re wonderful. We get an upper body workout now.” “We breathe better, walk faster and further and feel great.”

I personally will not walk unless I have the Walking Poles. Walking with the Poles helps build my biceps and shoulder area muscles and expands my chest breathing capacity. The benefits are wonderful! I highly recommend the Keenfit Walking Poles as a definite complement to a healthier life style.

Larry, DDS, MPH – Kelowna CHIP Director Kelowna, British Columbia – CA