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Nordic Walking or Nordic Running - that is the question!! The answer I am pleased to say is ‘each to their own’. After purchasing the Leki Ultratrail FX One poles recently, it immediately got me conjuring up images in my head of trail running with my lovely new poles in some amazing woodland in Scandinavia! The question on my mind was ‘how do you actually apply the ten step Nordic Walking technique to running? In fact - the question for me was - is it possible and more to the

Reflecting on all the many benefits of Nordic Walking ahead of our showcase event at Chesil Rocks music festival this weekend!

Exploring how many steps a day we actually need to do to optimise health benefits whilst also ensuring it’s sustainable; as well as how Nordic Walking can help add an incentive to get out there and get those steps in.

A recent article in Runners World is a ‘must read’ and says it all about why Nordic Walking is such an exciting pursuit - and the perfect accompaniment to any cross training regime: https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/training/cross-training/a70723646/nordic-walking/#nordic-walking-faqs I think this quote is spot on: ‘Nordic walking takes fitness walking to a new level by adding poles to produce an incredible upper body workout,’ Malin Svensson, CPT, an International Nordic Walki

The benefits of Nordic Walking as documented by Michael Mosley in 2024

I was looking for a new form of fitness - to go alongside my jogging, tennis and swimming. Something which can have longevity. I became aware of Nordic Walking a couple of years ago when I did a trail run around Durdle Door in Dorset and spotted people using Nordic Walking poles. It looked like something new; a twist on basic walking and a way to bring something more dynamic to my walking motion. So I took it up! I became a qualified Nordic Walking instructor and I absolute

We are excited to announce the launch of Nordic Dorset—your new opportunity to experience the many benefits of Nordic Walking in the stunning surroundings of Dorset. Based in Weymouth, Nordic Dorset is on a mission to help people make the most of this increasingly popular activity. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, enjoy the outdoors, or connect with others, Nordic Walking offers the perfect combination of movement, nature, and wellbeing. Nordic Dorset offers a range

Nordic Walking is a full-body workout that combines the benefits of walking with the power of specially designed poles. Nordic Dorset is bringing this exciting activity to Dorset, based primarily in Weymouth and Portland. If you’re looking for a fun, effective way to improve fitness, posture and enjoy the beautiful outdoors, Nordic Walking can provide you with a great experience. Launching in May 2026, Nordic Dorset offers Nordic Walking beginners training; fitness sessions;