Category Archives: Nordic Walking

The Newest Pandemic Health Kick? Nordic Walking!

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Linda

I just have to say it one more time. The one thing 2020 has given us is a new appreciation for being outdoors and for walking! There are so many articles on the benefits of being out in nature, just … Continue reading →

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A Walk Around The Block

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Linda

Spike Carlsen’s new book just came out! “A Walk Around The Block” Stoplight secrets, mischievous squirrels, manhole mysteries and other stuff you see every day (and know nothing about) Nordic Walking is one of those curious things he covers in … Continue reading →

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Winter’s coming! What to do!

Posted on October 5, 2020 by Linda

Covid came you went outsideYou found the joy, you got the rhythmAlone or with a willing partnerStep by step you’ve become a walker But winters coming what to do?Nordic Walk and keep it goingpoles in hand you’re warm and fittips … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking Poles For More Than Just Walking!

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Linda

My friend Dan had a hip replacement a year ago. Early in the summer he ran in the Jail Break Trail 10K with his LEKI Nordic Walking Poles. Dan shared his experience with me “Today I used my Nordic Walking … Continue reading →

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Poles or No Poles

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Linda

Spring has finally arrived here in Minnesota. The ice is off the lakes just in time for fishing opener and people are outside enjoying the sunshine and warm weather. It’s always exciting to see walkers with poles on the trails … Continue reading →

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2018 Schedule for Spring and Summer Classes

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Linda

I’m working on the calendar for spring and summer classes and walking groups. As I finalize dates and times I’ll be posting them on my calendar. For now here’s an update of what is coming, details will be available soon. … Continue reading →

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Layers for Cold Weather Nordic Walking

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Linda

When the weather outside is frightful it’s not time to stay indoors it’s time to pull out your winter layers. I’m not talking about putting on layers with chocolate and comfort foods altho that’s tempting but putting on layers of … Continue reading →

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Walks Scheduled for Parkinson’s Support Groups

Posted on August 5, 2017 by Linda

It’s always more fun in a group! Liz Ogren, Pedal and Roll for Parkinson’s, and I have been busy planning special walks in the Twin Cities and beyond for Parkinson’s Support Groups and anyone else who would like to join … Continue reading →

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Summer Walking Groups

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Linda

It’s always more fun in a group and there are several weekly group walks as well as some that meet monthly or are just a special one time walk.  So no excuses for not getting out with your poles!  Weekly … Continue reading →

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New Shoes!

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Linda

I got new walking shoes this week! Nordic walkers need a pair of poles in their hands and a good pair of walking shoes on their feet. There are many different brands out there and they all fit different shaped … Continue reading →

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