By now most people have accepted that if they want to stay fit, they have to be physically active. When you are physically active, you are able to keep yourself away from many diseases. Most people walk to stay fit. Now walks can be done in many ways. Normal Walk, Fast Walk, Breast Walk, Nordic Walk. When it comes to Nordic walking, very few people know about it or are seen doing it. Nordic Walk uses a different technique of walking with the help of poles. Let us know about this walk which can help you burn more calories in less time.
What is Nordic Walk?
Nordic walking is a type of full body exercise, in which your arms, legs and core are completely active. Different types of poles are used to do this walk.
The right way to do a Nordic walk
Before including this walk in your routine, you should know how to do it. The first thing to do is to choose the right stick for this walking. After holding the poles that you are going to use in the walk, your elbow will make an angle of 90 degrees. If it is formed then it means that you have chosen the right sticks.
In Nordic walk, keep your right pole on the ground while your left foot moves forward. After placing it on the ground, move forward only with its support. Keep in mind that while walking, the poles have to be held with light hands only.
Is it easy to walk in a Nordic walk?
If you can walk, you can also do Nordic walking. Once you learn the technique of walking with sticks, you will find it easy. By not including poles in the walk, you activate the muscles below the waist. But when you combine the poles, you also activate all the muscles of the upper body.
How many calories are burned in 1 hour of Nordic walking?
Reports say that when you do Nordic walk for an hour, you can burn more than 400 calories, which is much more than normal walking. A normal walk burns approximately 280 calories.
Also read: Brisk walk is the best way to reduce fat, know which mistakes to avoid
Disclaimer: Take the methods, methods and claims mentioned in this article as suggestions only. Consult a doctor or expert before implementing any such treatment/medicine/diet and suggestions.
