Author Archives: Linda

Let the Season Begin!

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Linda

My Community Ed Classes are now beginning. We had the first class of a 3 week class in Cold Spring last week, expected 8 from the sign ups and had 11 walkers come. It was a beautiful evening and a … Continue reading →

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Coming Home

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Linda

We have one more day in Bozeman, one more day on the mountain at Big Sky, and then we head home to Cold Spring,MN on Tuesday morning. Going home. It’s all new though as we sold our home of 34 … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking Safer than Walking with a Cell Phone!

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Linda

You see it everyday!  People walking along on crowded sidewalks in public places looking down, focused on the cell phone in their hand. Accidents waiting to happen.  And apparently they do, statistically speaking, the number one cause of injury to … Continue reading →

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Surprise Encounter

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Linda

I went for a Nordic walk to the Bozeman C-oop on Good Friday to pick up strawberries and fresh asparagus for Easter dinner. It’s only 2 miles so I figured I could leave the car at home and enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Look Up, Look Around, Look Down!

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Linda

My dear friend and fellow Nordic walking enthusiast Lindy Smith is fond of saying “Look Up” when you’re walking.  She loves clouds and blue skies plus it’s a good reminder to get your chin up and look where you are … Continue reading →

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Walking outside the lines

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Linda

One of the best ways to enhance your Nordic walk is to get off the cement and asphalt and onto a soft trail.  Just like coloring outside the lines it’s refreshing for both your body and your mind.  I’m not … Continue reading →

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Move Forward Into Your Walk – Checking your technique

Posted on March 12, 2015 by Linda

Check your technique with a quick assessment of your forward movement.  We would all agree that Nordic Walking involves more energy than a simple stroll around the block.  During our walk we should feel that our energy is directed forward, … Continue reading →

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Women with Women

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Linda

I’ve been sharing time on the mountain with women and loving every minute of it.  Some have been dear friends from the HOW, Hoigaards Outdoor Women, group.  So delightful to have them here!  Others have been new friends here at … Continue reading →

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Listen closely to perfect your technique

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Linda

I’m often asked to check a walker’s technique and give them some coaching tips.  We all want to get the most out of our Nordic walk and really you’re probably doing just fine.  But you can always listen closely to … Continue reading →

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Singing on the trail

Posted on February 13, 2015 by Linda

I often have a tune in my head when I’m Nordic walking, especially if I’m walking alone.  I usually don’t sing outloud but this newest video just may have me singing the new Nordic walking hymn as I step out … Continue reading →

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