Wellness Wednesday: Not just for old folks
Nordic walking is
very popular for older citizens because it's low impact. What about younger
people? An interesting article that suggests Millennials
approach exercise differently. How differently and where does Nordic
walking fit in? Here are some thoughts:
How Millennials want it
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How Nordic walking fits
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"Shorter,
full-body workouts that are also fun."
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Nordic walking is
very efficient, involving the upper body as well as the lower body.
Shorter workouts
also implies higher and/or variable intensity. Variations of Nordic walking
raise that intensity through intervals and overall more intense exercise. For
example, Nordic running turns the run into a high intensity full body
workout.
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"A more
holistic approach to health."
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Nordic walking
gets you outside into the fresh air, making it a more natural experience.
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"Alternative workouts that are customizable, fun, and
social."
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Whether organized
or spontaneous, Nordic walking is fun to do in groups.
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