Walking is having a moment. From hot girl walks to the 12-3-30 workout, walking is the latest fitness trend. But have you ever heard of Nordic walking? Imagine cross-country skiing but lose the skis, ...

There’s no arguing that walking brings you a range of health benefits — it helps your heart, blood sugar, mental health and more. But what if you wanted to add intensity to your walks and get your ...

As a health and fitness coach who encourages my clients to walk on a daily basis, I’m always looking for ways to spice up a walking routine. Whether it be adding weights or experimenting with ...

If you have not yet tried the Nordic walking technique, you should consult a doctor to see if this "ski walking" technique ...

Walking poles (often called trekking poles) assist with balance and stability on uneven terrain. They also help alleviate the strain suffered by your knees – experts estimate that when used properly, ...

Several years ago, while hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon with my family, my wife, Esther, developed “canyon knee,” also known as “hiker’s knee” or, in medical terms, “patellar tendinitis.” ...

QUINCY – Walking in the woods seems to have become hazardous to my health. Three times now in the last few months, I've found myself tripping over hidden tree roots, small and jagged rocks or cut-off ...

Nordic walking is a full-body, low-impact workout that consists of walking using specialized poles. When done correctly, it can engage up to 90% of your muscles and offer an intense cardiovascular and ...