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Get your paws off!

Get your paws off!

Many of the benefits of Nordic Walking come from the active push down and back through the poles, and the ability to keep pushing back until the arm has extended fully behind the hip. To be able to achieve this you need really good purchase of the tip of the pole on the ground. So it is important...
Carbon Nordic Walking poles

The Benefits of Carbon Nordic Walking Poles

The Benefits of Carbon Nordic Walking Poles: Your Friendly Guide to a Better Walk Hey there, fellow walkers! 🌲🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ If you’re anything like me, you love getting outside and enjoying the fresh air while stretching your legs on a good walk. Whether you're a casual stroller or a seasoned hiker, ...
Nordic Walking with Michael Mosely BBC Just one Thing

5 THINGS WE LEARNED FROM MICHAEL MOSLEY

Did you listen to 'JUST ONE THING', a fantastic podcast series by Michael Mosley, in which he talked about Nordic Walking? In the episode he dives into the science of Nordic Walking and talks to Dr Jennifer Reed about her research that demonstrates why Nordic Walking is one of the best forms of e...
Nordic Walking 2 piece adjustable poles

THE MYTH OF THE TWO PIECE POLE

Nordic walking poles were originally designed to be one piece and fixed length, much like a ski pole. So why do so many people choose to buy an adjustable pole? Well, if you travel a lot, or like to pack your pole away during a walk, then a 3 piece folding or telescopic pole is a great tool. The...
Exel Poles UK is run by a small group of passionate Nordic walkers. We love to share our knowledge of Nordic walking and aim to bring together Nordic walkers from around the UK to share experiences, ideas, challenges and tips. Have you Nordic walked an epic route, or completed an endurance event...
british nordic walking exel challenge

Motivation to Change

  The physical benefits of exercise are well reported and studied. We all know we *should* exercise for our health, and yet knowing this does not tend to motivate us to action in the long term. Other things all too easily take priority in our life and our own personal goals on health and fitne...