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…
It’s been bitterly cold at times this week and for me it’s when Nordic walking comes into its own. This amazing exercise energises your whole body – from the tips…
At a meeting of Bristol Health Partners last week, the speed at which people cross pedestrian crossings was discussed. Guess what the average walking speed for over 65s is? It’s…
Mostly the Nordic walking technique is straightforward and intuitive. The exception is how you use your hands round the pole handle. It’s an action that most of us are unused…
If you’ve been walking with me this week my blog won’t be a surprise: it’s all about the most powerful set of muscles in our body – the gluteals. What…
