GOGA Dover: Nordic Walking, Sandwich, 8 week Course £3 per week

PLEASE NOTE: WE MEET WEEK 1 BY THE CARPARK AT THE QUAY AND THEN WE WILL MEET AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS AFTER THAT. ANY QUERIES, PLEASE CONTACT LOZ by email [email protected] or by phone 03333 660 661 ext 1501

Poles will be provided

What is Nordic Walking? Nordic walking is an enhanced walking technique that uses poles to work your upper body as well as your legs. Using poles means it gives you a highly effective all-over workout that doesn’t feel like one! The poles mean that effort is shared between the upper and lower body so it actually feels easier than normal walking, particularly uphill. Nordic Walking puts less strain on joints than other activities and can be very effective for people with mobility issues or those recovering from illness or injury. It is also a great exercise for toning problem areas such as the upper arms and abdominal muscles.

As well as walking, the session will involve mobility exercises to warm up and some static stretches at the end of the session.

Nordic Walking is a fun and social activity that can be enjoyed at many levels and ages, at low, medium or high intensity. It can also be enjoyed in urban and rural areas all year round.

How will Nordic Walking benefit you?

Nordic Walking combines the simplicity of walking with core and upper body conditioning similar to Nordic skiing. This gives you a full-body workout, which means that you can:

• Burn around 20% more calories compared to walking without poles.

• Release tension in your neck and shoulders.

• Improve your posture and gait.

• Strengthen your back and abdominal muscles.

• Reduce the impact on your joints.

Is Nordic Walking for you?

Maybe!? See if you answer yes to any of the questions below.

• Do you want to do something that isn’t a traditional sport?

• Do you dislike the gym or gym activities?

• Do you want to start back exercising?

• Do you want to get healthier for 2024?

• Have you had an injury and need support to guide you while you work to improve fitness as part of your rehabilitation?

• Do you take part in exercise already but just want to try something different?

• Do you want to exercise and get fit with a group instead of exercising alone.

• Do you want to tone up?

• Do you want to shed a few pounds?

The GOGA in Action project has been funded by the National Lottery Community Fund to support, promote and improve physical and mental wellbeing, confidence and self-esteem while developing a variety of opportunities for disabled and non-disabled people to be active together.

For more information please email: [email protected] call: 0333 3660 661 or visit our website: GOGA in Action Dover - Your Leisure

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