From the WALX & NWUK Community
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As the party season gets under way, it’s hard to avoid eating a Christmas Dinner or two even before the big day itself! In this article NWUK Delivery Partner Instructor Bev Devereaux gives us the facts about just how many miles we might need to add to our Nordic walking routine in order to keep the
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As the winter chill descends, it is tempting to venture out in a big thick winter coat but this can cause problems as you become more active and if it is not ‘breathable’ you will become very damp underneath it as you sweat. So how do you stay warm, yet dry? It’s all a matter
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We have put together a range of gifts that will suit everybody from the Nordic Walking enthusiast to an absolute beginner who fancies giving it a try. So, don’t get stuck for ideas this Christmas, just browse our Nordic Walking inspired gift packs or simply select a voucher and let your loved ones choose for
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Our Holiday website is packed full of group trips organised by our Instructors, perfect locations for exploring with your poles and even breaks where you can learn the basics from one of our experienced Instructors. So take a minute to start planning your sunshine moments in 2015! Our favourites this month are:- NORDIC WALKING IN
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Once again we have a lively round up of news from around the UK to share with you all. NORDIC WALKING TO THE SOUND OF MUSIC! Rosie Marler and her group of 7 intrepid Nordic Walkers who are based on the Suffolk Coast made the trip to Lausanne in Switzerland where they joined over 12,000
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Dawn McLean is one busy lady! As one of our Tutor team, she delivers Instructor training & conducts assessments/ quality assurance for NWUK which she combines with a similar role for Later Life Learning who specialize in postural stability and mobility for Older Adults. Like most of our team, she also has a lively Nordic Walking
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As the evenings and weather start closing in, it is tempting to opt for indoor activities or the comfort of your armchair but don’t let a bit of cold or the risk of getting muddy stop you from gaining a host of health benefits this winter. Our groups will be out there whatever the weather, getting mucky and
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If you love Nordic Walking and have considered using the skills and fitness it provides in order to have a go at cross country skiing….you might also fancy having a go at this! Roller skiing is a great way to really prepare for a cross country ski holiday or to expand on your Nordic walking skills.
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There are several elements of fitness that are essential for maintaining good levels of mobility and independence as we get older. One vital element is FLEXIBILITY and it is not simply a case of being able to touch your toes! Increased flexibility makes every day living easier by improving the range of movement of the joints
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This research shows that home based telemonitored Nordic Walking had a great adherence rate and positive results click here
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We are very excited about the publication of a clear concise guide to Nordic Walking that was published by Bloomsbury in September 2014. Not only does it provide an up to date overview of techniques, equipment and advice but it is endorsed by Nordic Walking UK and written by one of our very own experts with a
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Stay in touch with everything Nordic walking. We share your stories, promote events & holidays and provide interesting articles on everything from stretching to outdoor safety! If you have missed any issues click the links below to access past newsletters If you want to sign up for the next issue – click HERE Summer news 2014