Nordic walking at Aldridge Gardens
A wonderful Sunday afternoon with motivated Nordic walkers.
Maintaining and fixing the spin (internal) locks of
your adjustable Nordic walking poles
The video refers to
trekking poles. The shafts and locks of adjustable trekking/hiking/walking
poles are the same as the shafts and locks of adjustable Nordic walking poles
The video covers:
- Fixing the lock when it doesn't tighten
- Cleaning inside the poles
Nordic walking and macular degeneration
Macular degeneration causes people to walk more slowly and need more support, scenarios that increase the risk of falling.
A study I saw confirmed slower walking speeds and stride velocities. Also the participants tended to walk in a way where they emphasized keeping both feet on the ground. In other words, they would take a step, bring the other foot up, stand, and then step off again.
One area of research should be the effect of using poles for stability.
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