How to Do Nordic Walking

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Obtain a sturdy set of Nordic walking poles

   Good quality poles will come with hand straps.
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   Step 2: sized appropriately for your height.

   , Firmly affix the strap using your right hand.
   
   Now place your right hand into the strap of the right-handed pole and affix the strap firmly. , Just let them dangle from your hands as you walk.
   
   This will help you get the feel of how this works. ,, Put the left pole down at the same time, on that same imaginary line.
   
   Your left pole will hit the ground at the same time as your right foot.
   
   Now just push down and backwards as you walk through the stride. ,, Once again, the pole and the foot will touch down at the same time, and on a new imaginary line drawn on the ground perpendicular to your chest. ,
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   Step 3: Go outside before beginning your first session.

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   Step 4: Hold the left-handed pole in your left hand and slip your left hand into the strap.

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   Step 5: Walk normally

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   Step 6: and do not actually use the poles at first.

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   Step 7: Imagine a line on the ground perpendicular (at a perfect right angle) to your chest.

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   Step 8: Grasp the poles and move forward with your right foot

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   Step 9: stepping on the imaginary line you have drawn.

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    Step 10: Complete your stride and now step down with your left foot.

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    Step 11: Place the right pole down as you step.

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    Step 12: Practice in this manner for about 30 strides or so and you will probably be able to pick up some good speed.

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