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Walking is hands down the most popular form of exercise around.  It’s easy to start and doesn’t require anything but a good pair of shoes.  Many people who are too embarrassed to try other forms of exercise enjoy a nice walk.  The great thing about walking is that when done properly it burns a higher percentage of fat than other activities.  But if you’ve hit a plateau or become bored with your routine, there are things you can to add more variety and burn more calories during your workout.

If you’ve been walking for awhile, you may want to try adding a little weight to your walk.   Though it may seem very 80s and not as popular as before, you can easily buy an inexpensive pair of ankle weights and/or compact hand weights.  The added weight will create more resistance during your walk to burn more.  Just make sure you start off very light, especially around the ankles.  Injuries will keep you from walking longer than planned, and could throw a wrench in your weight loss.

Change up your routine by adding other exercises in between.  After walking for 15 minutes you could stop and stretch for 5 along a wall.  Throw in some jumping jacks or push-ups to keep your blood moving.  Even better, carry a jump rope with you and hop for one minute before going back to your walk.  One minute may not seem like a lot, but jumping rope is a high-intensity activity that is great for your heart.  Once you get better you can start doing different tricks like crossing your arms and hopping on one foot.

Change your landscape.  Adding hills to your workout will burn more calories than flat terrain.  Also, if you normally walk on pavement, try a different surface.  If you are close to a beach or other sandy area, opt for that as you will burn 50% more calories here.  This could lead to quick weight loss, especially if you’ve hit a plateau and can’t seem to lose any more weight.

If you can’t seem to lose weight, you may not be walking long enough.  Also pay attention to your diet.  Exercise helps, but only when combined with a sensible diet are you going to see the results you want.  Make sure to drink plenty of water and eat lots of fresh foods.  If hunger or cravings are a problem, you may want to add a hoodia supplement.  This natural appetite suppressant is effective in curbing appetite without side effects.  Take it to help you through those problem spots when you eat out of habit instead of hunger.

If you could combine something fun, easy, affordable and invigorating that could possibly….

-increase your caloric expenditure by up to 46%

-raise your heart rate to fat burning zone

-increase your cardiovascular workout by up to 28%

-Alleviate pain and injury causing stresses of your hips, knees or feet

-relieve neck and shoulder pain and improve shoulder mobility

-reduce the risk of falling by creating greater stability, improving balance and posture

-provide resistance training for 90% of your body’s muscles, especially those of your core

WITHOUT much more exertion than regular walking…..would you be willing to investigate a little of your time to discover what this is?
” I love introducing Nordic walking to people because it is so enjoyable to be exercising outdoors, almost anyone can do it and have mastered the basics within an hour, no base fitness level is needed to begin and people seem to experience benefits soon after starting. Being a FITTREK Master Trainer, I can teach the technique that is most suitable for your level, being mindful of your limitations and health concerns. ” A wise teacher makes learning a joy “, I once heard; I try to make my classes fun and enjoyable for all participants and meeting so many wonderful people has certainly enriched my life. ” (author,Lori Clinch)

Individuals with the following health conditions have been able to Nordic Walk:

-Osteoarthritis and wanting to keep active yet relieve some of the pain/discomfort off joints

-Requiring a cane/walker to walk and wanting to become more mobile to increase independence

-Difficulty with balance and coordination and desiring to increase stability

-Knee/hip surgery and wanting to recover quickly or wanting to prolong surgery as long as possible

-Weight gain ,wanting to lose it but not wanting to go to the gym

-Diabetes: Doctor has recommended exercise. They like to walk but want to diversify it or experience poor circulation &/or have lost some sensation in feet and need the support of the poles

-Parkinson’s disease, uses assisted walking devices, desires more independence

-Osteoporosis-needs a weight bearing activity to build bone density

-Computer/desk work; carry stress in neck and shoulders, poor posture

-Sedentary lifestyle at home -wishes to begin an easy, low impact but effective exercise

-Runners who have been injured and want to keep fit and active

-Cross-country skiers who want to be in physical condition for ski season

-Regular walkers who want diversity and variety in their regimen

-Power walkers who want to engage more core and upper body muscles

-Outdoor enthusiasts who want to cross-train and add diversity

Using the specially designed walking poles with proper technique with upper body muscles and arm movements, the user receives a similar workout to cross-country skiing with all the health and fitness benefits but without the intensity, cold and snow.

Medical Professionals as well as Fitness Trainers are endorsing this activity for their clients/patients. Dr. Natasha Kipot, Chiropractor and Dr. Kellie Ferguson, Naturopathic Physician, both of Royal Oak Chiropractic in Victoria, BC are endorsing Nordic Walking in their perspective practices as well as contributing their expertise in wellness, health, prevention and recovery at Nordic Walking demonstrations and workshops with the author.

The Doctors say, ” This is a great low impact exercise that will help with osteoarthritis, rehabilitation and injury prevention for starters “. Dr. Natasha Kipot sees great results with Nordic Walking’s ability to increase the body’s core stability which coincides with they type of body work she is already providing.

“Physical problems and/or pain are the everyday hurdles that I’m always trying to overcome with patients and finding an alternative exercise that can be utilized in different aspects provides those outlets!” Dr. Natasha Kipot DC

Fittrek Canada is seeking Canadian Fitness, Medical and Health Professionals to become Fittrek Instructors as well as to retail the poles/products.