What is Nordic Walking
Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking, it makes something we can all do, twice as effective!!
Nordic Walking uses poles which adds two major benefits to walking
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The use of poles means the upper body muscles, as well as the lower are used.
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The poles help to propel the walker forwards, this means they work harder than usual, yet it feel easier!
Nordic Walking is a specific fitness technique and should not be confused with trekking, hill walking or trail running. The poles are not planted in front of the walker/runner but in a specific way that increases the use of the upper body. It can be done by anybody, anywhere and does not require expensive equipment or clothing.
Nordic Walking is the fastest growing fitness activity in the world and is used by individuals, personal trainers, health clubs, physiotherapists, doctors and health promoters because it is highly effective, affordable and FUN!
Why do I need lessons to learn to Nordic Walk?
The Nordic Walking technique MUST be learnt correctly if the participant is to get the most out of the activity, the full Health technique that ensures the whole body works efficiently is only taught by qualified Nordic Walking UK Instructors.
The NWUK Learn to Programme
Nordic Walking UK has devised a unique structured teaching programme of four one hour sessions that will help you to master the basics and be able to competently Nordic walk on your own or join into group walks all over the UK
As your local accredited Instructor we will help you to not only learn the technique, but to understand your current level of fitness and empower you to go out and get the results that you want from Nordic Walking.
Using Nordic Walking poles can help you to work as hard as if you were on a cross-trainer machine in the gym, the secret is to learn how to adjust the workload in order to make sure that you are burning calories, toning the right areas and continuing to build your fitness levels. That is what you will learn on the Nordic Walking UK Learn to Nordic Walk course.
Once you have completed the course you will receive a NWUK Competence card. This is YOUR passport to walks and routes all over the UK with participating Instructors.
