Let's face it - getting older can be a pain in the back, the neck, and the joints. But it doesn't have to be that way. By taking care of…
Nordic walking looks easy but don’t be fooled. As those of you who walk with us at Bristol & Bath Nordic Walking can testify, it is a technical sport. Getting…
Do you drop your head when you walk – either because you’re afraid of tripping or because you’re lost in thought? What about when you text or use a computer…
It’s difficult to remember everything you should be doing when you first start out Nordic walking. It’s also easy for us seasoned Nordic walkers to slip into bad habits along…
How many layers to wear is the first topic of conversation on almost all our walks, especially during winter. On a cold and blustery day we huddle around hopping from…
Love them or hate them, hills are a fact of life in much of the UK and especially if you live around Bristol and Bath. Aside from the fact that…
Many walkers taking part in the Bath Beat challenge a few weeks ago ended up with bruised, sore toes. Steep downhill sections were particularly aggravating, with their toes repeatedly jamming…
A few weeks ago, women’s health physio Fiona Morgan wrote a guest blog about the pelvic floor and its importance for men and women. Many walkers commented that Nordic walking…
We all like a top tip every now and then and with Nordic walking small things can make a big difference to your enjoyment and effectiveness. So here’s a list…
As most of you will know, Nordic walking derives from cross country skiing. It was used as the summer training for elite athletes who wanted to continue their conditioning programme…
