Nordic Walking

Nordic Walking is the latest fitness trend that originated in Finland and has become enormously popular in other parts of Europe as well. The huge boost in popularity is due not least of all to the positive results that come from Nordic Walking:

• up to 46% more energy is burned than during regular walking
• total body workout involves 90% of all muscles
• relieves muscle tension around the neck and shoulders
• training for endurance, strength, flexibility and coordination
• low-stress workout for the knees and other joints
• improved balance even on wet and slippery surfaces
• exercise easily sustained within one's optimal pulse range

For successful Nordic Walking it is essential not only to learn the proper technique (e.g. in a Nordic Walking course sponsored by one's health fund), but likewise to have the right equipment. We carry Nordic Walking poles from the leading manufacturers, Exel and Swix. Market leader Exel offers poles made from specially wound carbon/fiberglass that stand out for their remarkable stability, light weight and elasticity. A higher carbon content in the glass fiber/carbon blend results in better shock absorption and therefore greater comfort. The manufacturer Swix has established itself as a close competitor in the Nordic Walking market and also makes high quality carbon/fiberglass poles.

Which pole is right for me?
A good rule of thumb for pole length is to multiply one's height x 0.66. To ensure that you get the right pole (as pole lengths are available in 5cm increments), it is better to round down rather than up.