Walking with fitness walking poles (Nordic Walking) is a great way to increase the calorie burn and muscle toning of your walking workout. As an added bonus, you feel less exertion. Claire Walter has a new book out on Nordic Walking. It's a good comprehensive book with more about the differences in the poles, what to wear, and tips for the different styles. I received a free review copy from the publisher.
Nordic Walking Book Review
Nordic Walking USA Blog.
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I've been following Nordic Walking for many years. It is very popular in Europe but only slowly making inroads in North America. I like using my fitness walking poles when walking solo. Because I spend most of the day at the computer, the poles encourage me to open up my chest and get my shoulders back. It's good therapy for bad computer posture. Also -- burns more calories per mile!
Nordic Walking Step by Step
I found several Nordic Walkers on Twitter, here are the ones in English:
