Author Archives: Linda

The Queen is Headed North!

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Linda

Yes it’s true,  the Nordic Walking Queen is headed north to spread the fun and fitness of Nordic Walking along Lake Superior. In just 2 weeks I’ll be in Duluth and Grand Marais for some Tastes of Nordic Walking and … Continue reading →

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It’s a Nordic Walking Week

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Linda

If you’re looking for Nordic Walking in your neighborhood chances are that we’ll be there this week 🙂  It’s the first full week of Nordic Walking programs, just look what we have on the calendar!  Don’t forget that we’ll be … Continue reading →

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Sunday Morning Walk

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Linda

Just back from a delightful Sunday morning Nordic walk with my hubby. After the rain yesterday the trails are finally clear, the redwing blackbirds are singing in the wetlands and the geese and ducks are swimming along the edges of … Continue reading →

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Let the Season Begin!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Linda

This week is the official beginning of the Nordic Walking Season here in Minnesota.  We kicked off the week with the new St Louis Park Walking group on Monday morning and ended the day with a Taste of Nordic Walking … Continue reading →

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Last Day on the Mountain

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Linda

Today is the last day of skiing for our 2013 Ski About.  It’s been wonderful!  Woke up this morning to fresh snow and it’s clearing off so we’ll see the sun, yea!  It’s back to reality tomorrow but first a … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking at Big Sky

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Linda

We’re taking the day off, after an awesome day in deep snow and trees at Moonlight Basin it feels good to be a little lazy.  But I can’t just sit around so I grabbed my poles and went for a … Continue reading →

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Spring Classes On the Calendar!

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Linda

Winter got you down?  Miss walking outdoors with your poles?  Spring is just around the corner! Follow up on your resolutions to get outdoors more and enjoy a new fitness activity.

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Unplugged in Big Sky

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Linda

It’s the end of my first week of five in Big Sky Montana. Yes, I’m one of the lucky ones able to negotiate 5 weeks off to go to the mountains. Thank you Hoigaards! This is the third year that … Continue reading →

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Winter Indoor Encounters

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Linda

Saturday morning was brisk and sunny, but it was warm and dry inside Ridgedale Center.  It was our 2nd morning of indoor walking and 14 people showed up to walk.  It was such a fun group!  There were HOW, Hoigaards … Continue reading →

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Wherein lies your inspiration?

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Linda

While on my walk I found myself pondering the difference between motivation and inspiration this week. After googling for definitions and other’s thoughts on it I came up with this: Inspiration is that which fills me with life, energy and … Continue reading →

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