Name: Nordic Pole Walk.
Start: 2024-11-24T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-24T12:00:00-05:00

**HTB ANNOUNCES A NEW EVENT/ ACTIVITY!**
We are starting a new event at Hamilton Trailblazers (HTB): Nordic Walking
You may be familiar with it referred to as Pole Walking.

Nordic Walking is a fun all in one activity, typically in the outdoors, that provides a full body workout with supportive poles to minimise impact on joints.

All you need are a set of walking or hiking poles, readily available through Amazon and a curiosity to explore its many benefits with a group of other enthusiasts.
We start with a 5 minutes warm-up, followed by the walk and finish up with a 5 minutes cool down. All levels welcome!

Here are some of the benefits of Nordic Walking according to Nordic Fitness Canada [http://www.npwalking.com/clinics-and-workshops.html](http://www.npwalking.com/clinics-and-workshops.html)

* you incorporate 90% use of body muscles (only 40% while walking without poles)
* you increase your cardiovascular workout
* increases of up to 46% higher calorie expenditure
* there is reduced stress on your hips and knees through the support of the poles
* you improve your posture and balance
* perceived as less workout than the actual true physical exertion
* upper body activity using the poles improves upper body mobility
* upper body activity using the poles reduces upper back, neck and shoulder pains
* it is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels
* Anyone who suffers from diabetes, who's overweight or has high blood pressure and has been encouraged by their physician to exercise, this is the activity for you. The basis is simple. Normal Walking utilizes muscles in the lower half of the body while pole walking adds the use of your upper body muscles, your arms, back, shoulders and neck. Pole Walking turns your walk into a whole-body activity.

**When:** Sundays at 11:00am to Noon
**Where:** Bayfront outside Williams cafe
**You will need:** Walking/ Hiking poles, supportive shoes/ boots, and clothing to protect you from the elements: sun, rain, water bottle
**Hosted by**: Sheema & Paul.

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