Nordic walking uses special poles to turn your walks into full-body workouts. Experts explain what it is, how to do it, and ...

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

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 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 ...

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 ...

Most of the poles in this test are adjustable, allowing you to find your ideal height, share your poles, set up a trekking pole shelter, and alter the height to your terrain. When pitching a trekking ...

Pole Walking Australia. Walking poles for seniors: how to choose the right ones. By Nancy LeBrun LeBrun is a Maryland-based freelance writer with a bachelor's degree in communications. She is a member ...

Shutterstock. Grab your walking poles and get ready to hit the trails for a dynamic total-body workout. “Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that involves walking with specially designed poles ...

Then, adjust your trekking poles so that with your hand on the grip, you make a 90-degree angle with your elbow. On the side of your trekking pole you’ll find markings that allow you to set your poles ...