Daniela Boyce / NW Instructor, Ski Fit. Nordic Circuits

About

I just love Nordic Walking as a great way to get fit . It is exercise that helps you whatever your sport!

Nordic Walking uses poles in order to add two major benefits to walking

* The use of poles means the upper body muscles are used as well as the legs
* The poles help to propel the walker along - this means he/she works harder than usual yet the support given by the poles makes it feel easier!

Nordic Walking is a specific fitness technique and is not to be confused with trekking, hill walking or trail running as 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!

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.

Ultimate Nordic Circuits and Nordic Trekking are a great way to improve fitness levels and increase stamina as well as a great cardiovascular fitness in preparation for a sporting event or a trek. Ski Fit is an excellent cardiovascular programme designed to strengthen muscle and flexibility to prepare you for your skiing holiday.

Qualifications and Code of Practice Compliance

Nordic Walking outdoors is refreshing, invigorating way to do a whole body cardiovascular workout. It gets you to work up to 90% of the skeletal muscles with seemingly little effort.