Nordic Walking
Nordic Walking is one of Europe's fastest growing forms of physical activity and is particularly suited for people 50+.
Nordic Walking uses poles to in order to add two major benefits to walking:-
1. The use of poles means the upper body muscles are used as well as the legs.
2. The poles help to propel the walker along - this means he/she works harder than usual yet the support given by the poles makes it feel easier!
For more information and to find a group near you visit - www.nordicwalking.co.uk
Barefoot Studios
Barefoot Studio prides itself on being the leading centre for Nordic Walking in Wales. Home to the British Nordic Walking National Coach for Wales, Karen Ingram, they offer a top venue to both learn Nordic walking and become an instructor.
For more information visit their website - www.barefootstudio.co.uk
Other useful contacts:-
Age Cymru - www.agecymru.org.uk/nordicwalking