We sleep 1½ hours on average less than we did 50 years ago [1]! 73 % of French people wake up at night [2] and 36 % claim they have problems sleeping. A large number of people are unhappy with the way this affects their daily life Walking, and especially Nordic walking, can be an excellent way of regulating your sleep and helping you get the rest you need!
Nordic walking is riding high! This ultimate low-impact sport is gaining in popularity and can be practised alone, with others or in a club. If you feel tempted and are wondering what is the ideal time to start, here are a few tips for starting Nordic walking...
Nordic walking poles are the characteristic feature of this complete sport. Thanks to Nordic walking poles, this sport works out all of the body's muscles. Without them there would be no such thing as Nordic walking! Find out about all of the elements that make a Nordic walking pole with Olivier Capelli, double Nordic walking world champion.
Walking at night can be a bit scary.But if there are lots of you walking together, along a busy route, you'll be able to enjoy the unsuspected advantages of nocturnal fitness walking!Who knows, maybe you'll even end up liking it when the days get shorter!
You should choose your Nordic walking poles according to your height. Your poles should be designed to protect your joints.. Find out how to buy the right Nordic walking poles for your height
Sometimes, for whatever reason, we have to stop physical activities for a long period of time. To take up exercise again and get back in shape, it's a good idea to start with a gentle sport such as sports walking or Nordic walking.
Are you planning to take up Nordic walking, or perhaps just starting out? To help you to learn the right way to do it, we will give you some valuable tips for Nordic walking so that you can make fast progress. At the end of this article, you'll be able to simply grab your Nordic walking poles and walk!
Heard about the new, popular sport of Nordic walking and fancy giving it a go? Virgile Van-Rampelbergh, Nordic walking coach for the French Athletics Federation (Fédération Française d’Athlétisme) tells you all you need to know about this comprehensive and dynamic sport, packed with benefits for the body and the mind!
Do you need to centre yourself? Do you want to get back to basics? Fitness and Nordic walking help you find harmony between your body and your mind and feel inner peace.
When planning your next holidays, why not combine some lazing about with a little sporting activity? Would you like to enjoy the great outdoors and discover new landscapes? Don't give up your favourite sport. Pack your poles easily in your suitcase!
You know that fast walking is an excellent way to improve your health, but did you know about all its benefits? It is not only excellent for your body, but you will quickly discover that there are plenty of resources for your mind too.
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