What is Nordic Walking?
What is Nordic Walking?
Scandinavian walking with sticks is a uniqueThe type of fitness, developed originally for training and rehabilitation of skiers. While walking with sticks, practically all the muscles of the body are involved, so it is considered to be as effective as running, but it does not injure the joints.
Scandinavian walking appeared in Finland almost80 years ago, but the popularity began to be used only in the 80 years of the last century. From Scandinavia this sport has spread almost all over the planet, winning millions of fans.
Before you start an unusual formwalk, you need to find the right place for training. It can be a park, a forest or a park. The main condition - only fresh air around. The maximum benefit walking with sticks brings, if the classes take place on rough terrain.
The next important point is the sticks for the Scandinavianwalk. They need to be bought, focusing on their growth, multiplied by 0.68. It should be borne in mind that sticks should be designed for Nordic walking, not for skis or tracking. In order not to damage the joints of the hands, you need to buy sticks with carbon in the composition, since this material has the ability to absorb, making the sticks not only safe and reliable, but also durable.
Scandinavian walking is convenient becauseThis sport is suitable for any season of the year, the main thing is to choose the right clothes. It should be comfortable, "breathing", not constraining movements. The same rule applies to shoes.
For lessons to be effective, you need to masterthe technique of Scandinavian walking. It resembles a ski: the alternate step is the right arm and the left leg, and vice versa. The leg should always roll from heel to toe, the movements should be smooth. The vertex should extend upwards so that the back is always as straight as possible.
Walking with sticks is a great option for those,who wants to start bringing the figure to shape without exhausting training. This is a natural movement for the body, so no preliminary preparation is required. You can start with small walks, getting pleasure from them and trying not to exhaust yourself to exhaustion, then walking will gradually become a habit, the lessons will become regular and lasting.
