From the WALX & NWUK Community
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Recently, it has been impossible to open a newspaper or watch the news without a mention of how good walking is for you. Thats great of course but it can also be a tad confusing when each article cites research that is quoting different recommendations about the daily steps or miles per hour you need
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There’s a hiker or walking enthusiast in every family as well as those who would love to get out more in 2026. That’s why gifts for walkers and Nordic walkers are a great option as your start that search for a unique gift. We love to add fun and interest to walks and also encourage
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This Autumn the WALX team re visited our partners in Taiwan to help them expand the WALX programme both in the City of Taipei and the wider mountainous Island WALX Taiwan have already built a network of walks plus engaged with hospitals, spas and tourist locations but they knew it was time to train more
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NEW for 2026 We know how launching a new venture can be daunting even if you have all of the passion and skills required On a daily basis we support people who want to turn their love of walking into a meaningful business – at the right level for them Some have already got a
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Things change when groups have been going as long as some of our Nordic walking UK groups have (some are approaching 18 years) It’s always sad when an Instructor retires or moves away but we understand how things change in life and the network usually steps in to keep everything going. Two much valued Instructors
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This year the WALX HQ team teamed up with the local WALX Dorset groups and several WALX Masters from around the UK to welcome walkers from established groups and those not lucky enough to have one nearby (yet) to our 9th festival! The event was a huge success with walks of all distances and levels
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The experts at Nordic Walking UK ( now WALX) dispel the common misconception that you select fixed length poles rather than adjustable. They also answer common questions……….. When Nordic Walking first appeared in the UK in just after the millennium, it was linked solely to cross country skiing and supported by pole manufacturers who produced
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We know it can be daunting to take up exercise if it has never been a habit or things have lapsed due to a busy lifestyle. However, it is NEVER too late to make some positive changes that will make a huge difference to your later years. We are not talking running miles a day
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There has been so much activity as the days have lengthened and our groups have enjoyed nature, get togethers, holidays and challenge events. Some have had special celebrations and others have climbed mountains! Here are some of their pictures…. Hilary Fenton-Harris from WALX Dorset was one of many walkers who took part in fundraising for
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Having introduced the concept and promoted traditional strapped Nordic walking poles for several years, the Nordic Walking UK HQ team are often asked why we now advocate ergonomic handles and no straps for some walkers. The answer is simple – there has been a major evolution in pole walking and new ergonomic handles help the
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At WALX we are passionate about helping people to be more physically active via walking-based programmes and harnessing the power of nature with every step. To that end, we are equally passionate about protecting the amazing planet that gives us the wonderful flora, fauna and landscapes that enhance the experiences we provide. We also manufacture
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Check out the lovely new Summer essentials in the WALX store – designed to make every walk comfortable, enjoyable and fun! Every walker needs to take a break now and then and that’s why we have teamed up with POCKET PERCH SIT MATS to bring you a range of waterproof cushioned mats that roll up