Author Archives: Linda

Daily Exercise keeps the Doctor Away!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Linda

When I don’t exercise I really start to feel my age.  I’m stiff and achy, just don’t feel quite right.  I guess it’s not all in my head. A recent study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology shows … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking tracks

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Linda

I didn’t get to do much walking in Hawaii, just didn’t feel up to it with my cold.  However, Sunday afternoon we went down to Annini Beach to do some snorkeling and I finally took my poles for a walk. … Continue reading →

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Hanging out in Hawaii!

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Linda

Today is the last day of a beautiful week in Kauai with my entire family; Dan, Laura, Mike, Sam, Danny and his girlfriend Sara.  For my birthday Dan was able to trade in time share weeks and airline points to … Continue reading →

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Poles for Parkinsons

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Linda

On a balmy Wednesday I had the pleasure of walking with a group from the Pedal and Roll for Parkinsons.  Liz, their fearless leader, has recently been introduced to Nordic Walking and wanted to share it with all of her … Continue reading →

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Winter Indoor Walking

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Linda

When the weather turns frightful during the Minnesota winter we all begin looking for a safe indoor place to walk.  Although I prefer to walk outdoors, in reality it’s Minnesota and it’s winter so we often need alternatives to the … Continue reading →

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Arboretum Outdoors with Hoigaards

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Linda

The plan was to snowshoe at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum on Friday.  But mother nature had other plans and we had no snow.  What to do?  Take out the Nordic walking poles of course! Over the course of the afternoon … Continue reading →

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Walking on ice and snow!

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Linda

We haven’t had much snow and ice yet this year in Minnesota but my winter survival gear is ready to go!  Once it turns cold and slippery I have some specific changes I make for safety. The first is to … Continue reading →

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Be creative, Resolve to walk unplugged!

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Linda

There’s worry in the world that the constant streaming of information and communication does not allow our brains any downtime which ultimately could lead to our being less creative and imaginative. We stare at computer screens of all sizes processing … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Dark Days Challenge!

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Linda

It’s really hard to get up in the morning to go outside for a walk when it’s dark!  Not only is it dark when my alarm goes off but it’s still dark when Gail and I finish our walk.  I … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Dark Days Challenge

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Linda

If you’re reading this blog you’re probably wondering what all the food talk is all about.  Once again this year I am participating in the Dark Days Challenge, started by my daughter a few years ago.  It’s a challenge to … Continue reading →

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