Strolls With Poles

Fantastic midweek walk

4th September 2024

Fantastic walk today, new area for us to visit. Julie is an excellent teacher and guide. I’ve found Nordic walking to be excellent exercise and a good social activity. With a lovely visit to the tearoom at the end.

George

Wallington 1st September

2nd September 2024

I decided to book the session at NT Wallington Hall to see if Nordic walking is going to be something I want to do for my health and fitness.

Julie and Martin were so friendly and encouraging . It was tricky trying to bring together all the parts of the technique but Julie gave me such positive feedback I persisted!

Thank you for a damp but enjoyable time and I’ll be getting into Nordic walking now.

Caroline A

A great taster session

2nd August 2024

Julie came to our WI to talk to us about Nordic Walking and then we were let loose and had a go.

A great experience and fun. We all enjoyed being taken through the techniques by Julie who was engaging and enthusiastic.

Definitely a great way of enjoying the outdoors

Lesley P

Wallington Hall 7 th July 2024

30th July 2024

Had a fantastic time learning how to Nordic Walk. You don’t need any poles as they can be provided. The tuition is engaging and fun with plenty of practice. Both Julie and Martin work well together and the instructions are clear and as I said fun. Highly recommend Julie. The poles I used I bought afterwards as it’s best to get her advice. Looking forward to one of her many day sessions. Feeling a lot fitter and can walk without the usual pain in my back when I use them Thanks Julie and Martin from Gill ( Hexham) any

Gillian L

Absolutely Brilliant

8th May 2024

I was drawn to Nordic walking when I saw Julie and group on Robson Green’s programme. On 5th May I had the opportunity to join Strolls with Poles training and it was great. I am 70 and have a touch of arthritis but managed really well with encouragement from Julie and Martin. If anyone is pondering about taking a lesson, I would say, ‘Go for it!’ I can highly recommend.

Brenda B

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Welcome to the home of Strolls With Poles!  Walking for fun as well as for fitness.

Our walk leader, Julie, is a fully qualified Nordic Walking Instructor, hence the poles.

Please browse our programme of planned Nordic walks and contact Julie if you would like more information.

Strolls with Poles – Nordic Walking for Fun and Fitness

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What is Nordic Walking?

We are often asked “What is Nordic Walking?”

Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to enhance your natural walking style.  It uses a technique that is similar to the upper body action of cross country skiing.  Indeed this is where Nordic Walking stems from.

Nordic Walking becomes a whole body exercise which can be enjoyed by everyone, no matter what your age and fitness level.  From the gentler walking for health to the more athletic Nordic running.

More than 10 million people in over 40 countries around the world enjoy this outdoor activity all year round.

How will Nordic Walking benefit me and my body?

Nordic Walking poles share the effort between your upper and lower body and combine the simplicity and accessibility of walking to create a full body low impact workout.

The benefits of Nordic Walking are:

  • it can release tension in your neck and shoulders
  • it will improve your posture and gait
  • you can strengthen your back and abdominal muscles
  • it can tone problem areas such as the upper arms (bingo wings) and abdominal muscles
  • it reduces the impact on your joints
  • It can be very effective for people with mobility issues or those recovering from illness or injury
  • you can burn from 20% up to 46% more calories compared to walking without Nordic Walking poles
  • it actually feels easier than normal walking, particularly uphill because the effort is shared between the upper and lower body

Because Nordic Walking doesn’t feel like hard work
you will be happy to walk further and for longer.

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Who are Strolls With Poles?

If you enjoy a stroll, especially using Nordic Walking poles, then Strolls With Poles is for you.  Take a look around the website to learn more about us.

We specialise in enjoying fun, relaxing and friendly walks in a variety of beautiful locations in the North East of England.  We sometimes even venture further afield, taking part in challenge walks and away days.

As a reward we always end (sometimes during) our walks enjoying tea and cakes, in local tea rooms and cafes.

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Allen Banks – 6th Mar 2022

Allen Banks is one of our favourites as the scenery is always beautiful regardless of the time of year. The variation of a tarn, a wooded valley, a beautiful river and it’s bridges makes a wonderful walk. It’s a great place to visit.

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