Monday, 8 March 2010

Spring is in the air


Spring sunshine and snow in Glenshee.



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 -


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.....

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