Popularity of Nordic walking around the world
This one from the United Kingdom
What is the purpose of your worksite wellness program?
Here are some ideas shared on this LinkedIn discussion question. The ideas come from people in different kinds of organizations.
- “…help educate people to align themselves to their physical, mental and emotional body.”
- “…give youth as young as early childhood the opportunity to train correctly, peer inclusion, discipline in conditioning and life, develop an education first mindset, learn and develop skill sets in different sports.”
- “…support every employee's emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health and create an environment where they thrive.”
- “…foster an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.”
Notice the high level view that sees wellness programs affecting corporate culture.
Nordic walking meetup in Tuscaloosa County on 8/12
Join us on Saturday to find out what Nordic walking is all about! No charge; poles provided. Look for the white Nordic walking sign.
- When: 10 AM; August 12
- Where: Annette N. Shelby Park (1614 15th Street, Tuscaloosa)
- Dress for the weather; bring some water.
Instructor: Leroy Hurt, ANWA-certified Advanced Nordic Walking instructor
Why Nordic walking?
- Full body, low impact
- Increase weight loss
- Improve cholesterol
- Improve blood pressure
- Facilitate rehabilitation
- Maintain stability and balance
- Maintain posture
- Facilitate stress relief
- Support muscle toning
- Improve cardiovascular function
- Improve lung capacity
- Support immune system
- Socialize with walking companions
- You determine the intensity of your workout
Learn more about Nordic walking at my Nordic Walking Guy blog and Nordic Walking Guy Facebook page.
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