Author Archives: Linda

2021 Nordic Walking Season – and what a season it was!

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Linda

Summer of 2021 actually began in December with the article in the Star Tribune by Kevyn Burger touting Nordic Walking as the perfect pandemic fitness activity. Even tho it came out in the winter, in Minnesota, it sparked off a … Continue reading →

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Tips for Walking in the Dark

Posted on October 19, 2021 by Linda

I love walking outdoors all year long. The cool, crisp mornings are invigorating and the perfect way to wake up. But as the days get shorter and we find ourselves walking in the dark it’s important to be safe out … Continue reading →

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Technique Tip – Poles bouncing or “reverberating on contact”

Posted on August 23, 2021 by Linda

Walkers often complain that the tips of their poles are bouncing or “reverberating” on contact with the ground. Remember that you’re learning a new activity and it takes time and a few miles of walking to settle into the rhythm … Continue reading →

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Walking on Air – Nordic Walking Podcast

Posted on August 7, 2021 by Linda

According to the UK “Nordic Walking is Brilliant! It takes you outdoors, it connects you with other people, it’s a great all body workout and it’s safe. It’s simply Brilliant.” Over the summer I’ve been enjoying Mary Tweed’s Walking on … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking for Mental Health

Posted on May 6, 2021 by Linda

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We all need to be responsible for caring for our own and our family’s health in all ways. There is plenty of awareness of the need to move for physical health but perhaps we … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking MN Facebook Page launched!

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Linda

Over the past 5 months I’ve received more than 4000 visits to my website with questions about Nordic walking, classes, poles, walking groups and just how does one get started. When I started Nordic Walking in 2005 this energy is … Continue reading →

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Investing in Nordic Walking Poles

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Linda

So you’re ready to purchase your own Nordic Walking Poles, here’s what you need to know. The most important thing is to make sure you invest in Nordic Walking poles and not Trekking, Hiking, Snowshoe, or Ski poles. There really … Continue reading →

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Spring 2021 Classes Posted

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Linda

Spring has Sprung and it’s time to pull out those poles and get outside! I love turning the season over from winter to spring. By now I feel like I’ve used up all of my winter time and I’m ready … Continue reading →

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Is Nordic Walking for You?

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Linda

You’ve heard the great news about Nordic Walking. Less stress, more energy, better posture, higher heart rate, easy to learn, fun to share…and you wonder, is this for me? Could I do it? Since December 12 when the StarTribune article … Continue reading →

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What keeps you from your walk?

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Linda

How often do you find yourself with no time for your walk and so you wait until tomorrow or the next day or next week before getting outside again? Whether you’re a new walker or a walker in a rut … Continue reading →

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