Volcanic ash affects Nordic Walking....

[Hampton Court Palace - Wilderness and Maze]

Yes - it's been a historic week in travel. Even one of our regular walkers found that her planned weekend break in Krakow fell victim to the ash cloud. It may have been a blessing in disguise, given the State Funeral for the President. The other bonus was that it meant she could come walking in beautiful Bushy Park!

We welcomed 3 new walkers last week, and I sure they enjoyed the wonderful Spring weather. More fine weather is forecast for the weekend, so please join us if you want to exercise in the fresh air.

Please call to arrange a taster session or details of the walk on Saturday.

Peter

07703-404-931

Spring is in the air

Spring sunshine and snow in Glenshee.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/highlands_and_islands/8552225.stm

The deep and lasting snow in Scotland has allowed a record attempt on the number of skiers in kilts at Aviemore.

Maybe one day I'll be brave enough to try that...

Meanwhile, back in leafy south-west London, some fine walks have been enjoyed - Home Park at Hampton Court Palace is rightly popular, largely because it is so quiet, even at weekends.

And Richmond Park to Teddington is a treat, either through the Park and Ham Common or via the Thames Path.

Nordic Walking and Health

Several people have asked me if Nordic Walking can help with Osteoporosis. As my mother has suffered from this, I have looked into it, but don't claim any specialist knowledge. My understanding is that the extra exercise of large muscle groups will help combat this disease, and there has been some research done.

Nordic Walking UK have a summary of studies of the many health benefits of Nordic Walking, including an Austrian study into Osteoporosis -

http://www.nordicwalking.co.uk/?page=about_nordic_walking&c=24

Next walk - meet at 09:15 (new time!) at Diana Fountain car park, Bushy Park, Saturday, March 13th!

Call 07703-404-931 for more details.

Peter

Snowdrops in Hampton Court Palace.....