Nordic Walking allows you to use the upper body as well as lower body to achieve a full body workout.  

The poles are similar to ski poles (in fact Nordic Walking was developed as a way to help skiers train during the off season). Rather than using them to pull you up/along as you may have done with hiking poles, you propel yourself from behind making the walking motion feel easier whilst you actually use more effort.

Nordic Walking is a full body workout and can use up to 40% more energy than walking without poles - therefore it's a great way to burn calories!  

Nordic Walking is a very sociable form of exercise - we encourage you to chat as we walk!