Author Archives: Linda

Trail Loppet to Birkie Trek

Hold onto your poles! From 41 Nordic Walkers at the Trail Loppet a week ago we have 135 Nordic Walkers registered for the Birkie Trail Run and Trek this Saturday.  Can you believe it? City of Lakes Trail Loppet was … Continue reading

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People are starting to move!

Something is changing. Maybe it’s fall in the air, a new season and we’re ready to make some changes.  Perhaps we’re finally listening to the “just move” “do it” “10,000 steps” and all the other programs doing their best to … Continue reading

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New Nordic Walking Instructors

I forgot to take the after picture but I want to introduce you to the 4 newest certified Nordic Walking Instructors, Nancy Taylor, Malla Corbett, Mary Scheppi, and Dan Lemke aka Mr Linda Lemke.  They all completed the Nordic Walk Now Instructor Training this … Continue reading

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New Nordic Walking Videos

Prepare to be inspired! When you think world class downhill skiers Lindsay Vonn is the first one that pops into my head.  She has a new Nordic Walking you tube video just launched through LEKI.  It’s a beautiful walk with world … Continue reading

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Intructor Training isn’t just for Instructors

Next Saturday, Aug 27, I’ll be leading a Nordic Walking Instructor Training through Nordic Walk Now.  Suzanne Nottingham has a powerful accreditation program.  It’s designed for the enthusiast who wants to know more about Nordic Walking; history, technique, biomechanics, teaching … Continue reading

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BWCA – in Minnesota that means Boundary Waters Canoe Area

I’ve just returned from guiding 6 women into the BWCA, Boundary Waters Canoe Area, on a five day wilderness canoe trip.  If you’ve never been to the BWCA you don’t know what it’s like to have the quiet broken only … Continue reading

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The best poles for beginners?

I’m often asked which pole is the best pole for a beginning walker.  A good question and a bit of a complicated answer. I always assume that if someone is asking about the right pole they are excited about Nordic … Continue reading

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Women on the Move

Heart Disease is the number one killer of women.  We have the power to turn that around with education and exercise.  That’s what Women on the Move, a program through the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation is all about.  It’s an … Continue reading

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Nordic Walking Queen seen in Big Sky 5K

Who could resist? Nordic Walking a 5K in Big Sky on the 4th of July! I was the only one with poles but as I wore my expo T shirt inviting people to “ask me about Nordic Walking” it was … Continue reading

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Step Outdoors into My World

One of the things I love about Nordic Walking is that it invites me to step outdoors to begin my day. My yard is surrounded by gardens.  I am treated to color and texture as soon as soon as I … Continue reading

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