From the WALX & NWUK Community
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Raise money for Charity and add some interest to your regular schedule by building in a cosy MacMillan coffee morning this September 27th Its great to do something different and to be part of something BIG so whether its just your local group of Nordic Walkers or you link up with others who are hosting
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Volunteer for Cancer Research UK and Help Beat Cancer Sooner Shine is Cancer Research UKs night-time walking half and full marathon which this year will see over 13,000 ‘shiners’ take to the streets of London to raise money for our life saving research. They are looking for 1,000 dedicated volunteers to support the walkers as they light up London,
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NWUK Instructor Hannah Dykes and her group of regular Nordic Walkers from Poole in Dorset, were interrupted on their morning Nordic Walk by no other than CHRIS EVANS who chatted to them live on Radio Two. Hannah had been asked by NWUK to be the ‘mystery guest’ for the show which had been exploring obesity,
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The Nordic Walking UK Freedom card was launched in Spring 2013. This card is issued by NWUK delivery partner Instructors who have completed additional training to be able to deliver our bespoke programmes. Card holders enjoy a £5 discount in the Nordic Walking UK store, FREE safety 24 registration and …………………………………. [symple_divider style=”solid” margin_top=”20px” margin_bottom=”20px”]
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NORDIC WALKING IN THE NATIONAL PRESS – ARCHIVES BBBC RADIO 4 – YOU and YOURS January 2nd 2012 A brilliant piece featuring Instructor Rhona Mead and her group from the GO Active community project in Oxfordshire. Presenter Winifred Robinson wtached the group complete their final tuition session & receive their competence cards. Great quotes and
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NWUK Instructor Duncan may be in his seventies but he took part in several events prior to the 2012 Olympics as part of campaigns to get local people more active. Supported by Bucks and Milton Keynes sports partnership, Duncan has won awards for his work inspiring people of all ages to take up Nordic Walking following his
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Many of you will be visiting stunning areas of the UK over the Summer Period and if you are lucky enough to be in North Norfolk, you may fancy exploring it with your poles. Local Instructor Mark Richardson suggests some fantastic routes for you to try. Mark says ” My Three favourite walks are Sandringham,
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The sun is shining and it’s great to be outdoors but is this really hot weather ideal for exercising? Some people really struggle to be active in the heat and it is important to take measures to avoid heat stroke, dehydration and sunburn. If you take precautions, there is nothing better than an exhilarating Nordic
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Nordic Walking UK Instructor Karen Blanchard from Lincolnshire was struggling with her weight and feeling pretty low when she spotted an advert for our Instructor training courses. Here she outlines the journey that has given her a whole new lease of life and helped her lose nearly 3 stone so far. “In June 2012, whilst out shopping in Spalding,
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When Itsik Levy and inspirational fitness and health pioneer from Israel came to the UK to train with us, he wanted more than simply being an Instructor. He was so inspired by how Nordic Walking had grown in the UK and the difference it was making to Peoples lives, so he came back to train
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If you want to improve your strength, balance and overall fitness you will benefit from investing in these simple easy to stow products that all compliment Nordic walking to provide maximum training effects. SUMMER OFFER – BUY ONE GET ONE FREE (Cheapest item) This offer is available for phone orders only due to limited availability – when
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We are delighted to have secured over £200 worth of resources each for our Delivery partner Instructors who were willing to host special Taster days as part of the National Change for Life summer campaign …….. ‘GET GOING!’ The Campaign is aimed at highlighting the Olympic legacy by encouraging people to try something new on