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| Inquisitive squirrel - seen while Nordic Walking |
http://www.thepapalvisit.org.uk/2010-Visit/Visit-event-Information/Itinerary/17-September-2010/St.-Mary-s-University-College
Quite an event for the College, but Nordic Walking enthusiasts may be interested to know that St Mary's Sports Science department recently ran a study into the benefits of Nordic Walking. They advertised for local volunteers to try the activity for 8 weeks, and also ran a control group of walkers who didn't use walking poles.
The volunteers had lots of tests done to them before and after the course of walks, to check if their body mass, blood pressure, weight, etc, changed during the 8 weeks. When I find out the results of the 'exercise', I'll let you all know.
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| Walkers enjoying the sun in Bushy Park |
Meanwhile, some of you may be surprised to know that this isn't the first Pope to be in Twickenham. This area was the home of Alexander Pope - the famous writer and poet.
wikipedia entry for Alexander Pope
There's even a local pub named after him - Pope's Grotto!
http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/25/256/
However, back on track with Nordic Walking......I'll be holding the regular group session, on Saturday morning in Bushy Park, and afterwards, another "Stroller" session - a smaller group for those who prefer a gentler pace or who wish to practice their technique.
If you are interested in joining either group, please let me know,
Peter
07703-404-931
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