This is an occasional blog of Nordic Walking, now happening around Stanley in the Falkland Islands!
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| UK Nordic Walkers on Cancer charity walk. Note length of stride. |
But first, I wanted to show the above picture to demonstrate how Nordic Walking can lengthen your stride. This is helped by the poles, which, in turn, means that you are engaging all the upper body's muscle groups.
So, Nordic Walking does give you an all-over workout! By using an instructor, you'll learn this technique and get the most out of the exercise.
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| Striding at Surf Bay |
Here in the Falklands, finding level areas for walking can be a challenge. Even the beaches can be tricky terrain. However, the poles help get over obstacles and up slopes, using muscles not normally used when walking.
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| Workout on the dunes |
I organise walks in a variety of venues, depending on the weather, and fitness levels of walkers.
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| Pause to enjoy the view. |
But, it's not all hard work. One of the benefits of Nordic Walking is that you can have a conversation while exercising. Try doing that while swimming!
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| HMS Dauntless |
And as we are outside, we get the chance to see wildlife and visitors to Stanley!
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| Pausing to spot HMS Dauntless |
As walkers' fitness levels improve, we go on longer and harder routes. We are now including Mt Tumbledown in our regular walks....
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| Mt Tumbledown |
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| Bright day at The Narrows |
But, no matter your fitness level, Nordic Walking can be good for you. I have worked with people recovering from strokes who struggled initially to walk 100 yards. Within a few months, they were walking miles. And I've also worked with people preparing to climb Kilimanjaro.
The poles support your body weight, taking weight off your joints and making walking easier.
If you want to try it, please get in touch,
Peter
Tel. 00500 21178
email - peteryoung111(at)gmail.com
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