Nordic Walking in Christchurch

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Nordic Walking is a form of fitness walking using specially designed poles and a learned technique to produce a low impact, high results, total body workout. The poles serve as a resistance exercise for the upper body, thus Nordic Walking increases cardio output, burns more calories and activates more muscles compared to normal walking. Originating from Scandinavia and the sport of cross country skiing.

Who can do Nordic Walking

Nordic Walking is for everyone regardless of age or fitness level. From high intensity cross training for sports people, to recreational fitness, to chronic condition management or rehabilitation therapy. Nordic Walking is suitable for all

Health and Fitness benefits of Nordic Walking

When performed correctly Nordic Walking:

- activates 90% of the body's muscles

- burns up to 46% more calories compared to regular walking

- gives up to 25% grater cardiovascular workout than regular walking

- strengthens and tones upper back, shoulders and arms

- develops core stability and strength

- improve co-ordination and balance

- promotes an upright and improved walking posture

- releases pain and tension in the neck and shoulders

Contact Charlie

Hi I’m Charlie

I am a certified Nordic Walking Instructor

I first experience with Nordic Walking happened purely by chance. My wife had enrolled me into a course that she was doing and thought it would be great to learn together.

Not knowing anything about Nordic Walking or even seen it, I was willing to give it a go. I cannot put into words how great my body felt as every muscle in my body woke up and got engaged to my bones, ligaments and tendons.

I was hooked on Nordic Walking from that day.