Like general walking, Nordic walking can help improve cardiovascular health. One study conducted on patients with coronary ...

One common strategy is for seniors to work towards walking 30 minutes, five times per week. However, bouts of 10 minutes or ...

Are you interested in taking up walking/trekking poles to increase your stamina and continued joy in ... These questions and more will be answered in the Senior Center class taught by Jeannette Hogan, ...

The best workout routines for older adults combine low-impact strength training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, and balance exercises. Here are the top types of workouts that help seniors stay ...

Part of the poles’ appeal to seniors is that they can be used outdoors and indoors on any surface, and walking sessions can be divided into short intervals, Popejoy said.

Recently, we reported on a pretty mind-blowing study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology that suggested improved cardiac function in participants who committed to Nordic walking, which ...

The best walking shoes for seniors are stable, supportive and easy to put on. Here are the styles we recommend from Vionic, ...

Don’t let the poles alter how you walk or hike. “The poles shouldn’t change your natural walking rhythm,” Ms. Peikon said. “It should feel intuitive to use them, not a hindrance to your ...

Nordic walking is a full-body, low-impact workout that consists of walking using specialized poles. When done correctly, it can engage up to 90% of your muscles and offer an intense cardiovascular ...

The first time I ever used trekking poles, they felt cumbersome, clunky and, at times, downright annoying. It was February 2017 and my then-boyfriend (now husband) had convinced me to trade a day ...