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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 10, 2022 by Linda

I don’t really do New Year’s Resolutions as much as I try to look back over the year past, count my blessings and then look ahead to the possibilities and opportunities in the New Year. One of blessings of the … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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Friluftsliv – in other words don’t let winter keep you in

Posted on November 21, 2020 by Linda

“I’m just not a winter person!” “I don’t have the clothes to go outside.” “It’s too cold!” “There’s nothing to do outdoors in the winter.” “Just let me hibernate!” I’ve heard it all before but I’m here to add my … Continue reading →

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Is walking making a comeback?

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Linda

During this difficult time as we all stay at home the one thing we are encouraged to do is to go outside everyday. Go for a walk they say. Just keep your social distance but get outside to help reduce … Continue reading →

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Stepping into the New Year with Intention

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Linda

Waking this morning to the new year I found myself reflecting on all the wonderful walks of 2019. Including the community walking groups, the VA programs, special events and of course my personal walks with friends and family I walked … Continue reading →

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CharityMiles makes your miles count!

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Linda

There are lots of ways to track your miles of walking. Some just give you distance but others will include time, pace, heart rate and more. We love our tracking devices. But wouldn’t it be wonderful if all those miles … Continue reading →

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