Nordic Walking World Record Attempt Coming To FinnFest 2013

Nordic Walking World Record Attempt June 22nd During FinnFest 2013

Nationally renowned fitness expert and coach Pete Edwards will be on hand to provide the free lessons and the free use of quality Nordic Walking Poles (not collapsible poles) during FinnFest 2013 coming to the beautiful  Houghton/Hancock area of Michigan’s Upper Penninsula.

Edwards’ quality one-piece walking poles are not just for skiers deprived of snow during the summer. These quality poles often replace the use of canes and/or walkers for those with balance issues. Individuals with balance issues, MS, Parkensons, neuropathy and other balance issues have found huge success walking with one-piece poles that are sized correctly and when instructed with the correct technique. Edwards speciality is finding the Perfect Length Poles for individuals and teaching the best technique for each individuals situation. Edwards provides safe, user-friendly and doable techniques for all ages and all fitness levels.

On Saturday, June 22nd, the goal is to have over 2,000 Nordic Walking participants complete the 3km (just under 2 miles) route and shatter the Guinness World Record for most simultaneous Nordic walkers. Real Nordic Walking Poles equipped with rubber tips and the correct technique will be manditory requirements.

According to Nick Mahood, SWIX USA Nordic Walking Director, “Pete Edwards, the owner/founder/coach of WWW.SKIWALKING.COM and The American Nordic Walking System, has single-handedly introduced thousands of Americans to Nordic Walking through his enthusiastic Nordic Walking clinics! I have no doubt that Edwards is the #1 retailer of Nordic Walking Poles in the USA! You can quote me on that!”

Edwards has been coaching runners and skiers for over 30 years. Edwards is a former ski school director, ski race coach and running coach. Edwards has coached State Champions (individuals + teams), All-Americans and National Champions. He has skied in 50K marathons and won 26.2 mile running marathons. His skiers have been hill bounding and ski walking with poles when deprived of snow since 1981. Hosting Nordic Walking clinics is extremely enjoyable for Edwards and he especially enjoys hosting Nordic Walking clinics for MS, Parkinson’s and Diabetes support groups, plus Wounded Warrior Programs.

Don’t believe all the marketing hype about collapsible poles. One-piece poles will always prove superior because they are safer, lighter, more durable and much more user-friendly than cheap/flimsy 2-piece and 3-piece collapsible poles from China and equipped with plastic twist-locks and/or flip locks.

Edwards carries 16 different lengths of both SWIX and EXEL Nordic Walking Poles – to ensure a Perfect Fit here at WWW.SKIWALKING.COM for all his customers.

Walking with poles is the best!

Nordic Walking Classes Return To Grand Traverse County’s Annual Employee Wellness Expo

 

Nordic Walking Classes will again be offered at the annual Grand Traverse County Employee Wellness Expo. Pete Edwards the owner/founder/coach of SKIWALKING.COM and the American Nodic Walking System will offer free Nordic Walking Lessons and free Nordic Walking Pole test-drives. The Wellness Expo will be held at the Traverse City Civic Center from 11:15 am to1:45 pm on Friday, August 20th.

 

Real Nordic Walking Poles will be provided – one-piece poles from SWIX and EXEL. Edwards has been coaching runners and skiers for over 25 years and knows for a fact that one-piece poles that are sized correctly prove to be safer, lighter and much more durable than cheap/flimsy twist-lock and flip-lock poles from China. Just go to REI’s website and check out all of the poor reviews for twist-lock and flip-lock poles. Most of these cheap/flimsy poles are made in China. Skiers don’t use cheap/flimsy twist-lock or flip-lock poles because they are inferior to one-piece poles that are sized correctly.

 

Edwards’ offers 16 different lengths of Real Nordic Walking Poles in lightweight and stable pairs. Edwards also can custom build user-friendly and quality poles for individuals over 6′ 7″. Edwards refuses to charge extra for custom built poles. And he refuses to falsely promote collapsible/telescoping poles over proven superior one-piece poles.

 

Edward’s also donates Real Nordic Walking Poles to Wounded Warrior Programs in the USA and Europe. Edwards has donated hundreds of pairs of his SWIX and EXEL Nordic Walking Poles to Wounded Warriors stationed at Walter Reed, Fort Lewis/Madigan/McChord, Fort Carson, Vicenza in Italy and Kaiserslautern Military Community in Germany.

 

Edwards is aware that twist-lock and flip-lock poles are sold under the false impression that they fit all sizes. That false claim makes cheap 2-piece and 3-piece poles an easy sell, but the quality of these poles is often terrible. Edwards is also aware that the customer satisfaction ratings for cheap/flimsy twist-lock and flip-lock poles are extremely low despite the hype about collapsible poles being able to fit all heights (false statement in that most collapsible poles do not extend tall enough for individuals over six feet).

 

Despite the hype that collapsible poles are supposedly better for travel is the simple fact that most two-piece poles don’t fit into most travel bags.

 

Despite the hype that collapsible poles are necessary for hilly terrain, another false statement, is the simple fact that one-piece poles are lighter and superior to cheap twist-lock and flip-lock poles. Check out this blog article that clarifies the truth about the best poles for use in hilly terrain: http://nordicsportsusa.blogspot.com

 

There is also a lot of hype about collapsible poles being better for travel – another typical false statement in that most 2-piece poles don’t fit into today’s travel bags. And 3-piece poles come equipped with two twist-locks or flip-locks and prove to be twice the hassle and headache.

 

The perfect length poles help us to automatically walk with a super straight back – better walking posture is biomechanically a good thing. This improved walking posture when combined with the unique 4-Wheel-Drive type action of walking with poles radically reduces the stress to the shins, knees, hips and back. Nordic Walking is low impact and yet provides a highly effective workout – burning more calories and working more muscle groups than regular walking.

 

Edwards has hosted Nordic Walking Clinics for expert skiers, sport teams, running clubs, walking clubs, individuals with balance issues, knee issues or new knees, hip issues or new hips, back issues (including those with rods in their back), weight issues, multiple sclerosis (MS), parkinson’s (PD), neuropathy, arthritis, bursitis, scoliosis, lumbar stenosis, fibromyalgia, post polio, osteoporosis, stroke recovery, cancer recovery and other limitations to walking. Nordic Walking poles are helping thousands of Americans get off the couch, successfully get outside, start walking safely and effectively launch much needed walking campaigns.

 

Don’t get scammed by cheap twist-lock and flip-lock pole from China. Please go to SKIWALKING.COM and the American Nordic Walking System for more information about Nordic Walking and the many health benefits of walking with poles. We offer 16 different lengths of quality SWIX and EXEL Nordic Walking Poles – not just 3 sizes or 6 sizes that can’t possibly provide the perfect length poles for individuals looking for the real deal in Nordic Walking Poles.

 

Walking with poles is the best!

 

 

REAL Swix and Exel Nordic Walking Poles

REAL Nordic Walking Poles from WWW.SKIWALKING.COM

Nordic Walking The Beach – Perfect Length Poles Improve Balance and Stability

 

 

 

REAL Nordic Walking Poles

The Perfect Length Nordic Walking Poles help us to automatically walk with a super straight back – better walking posture is biomechanically a good thing. This improved walking posture when combined with the unique 4-Wheel-Drive type action of walking with poles radically reduces the stress to the shins, knees, hips and back. Nordic Walking is low impact and yet provides a highly effective workout – burning more calories and working more muscle groups than regular walking.

World-class skiers have been ski walking with their poles during the summer when deprived of snow for decades. And now thanks to the perfect length Nordic Walking Poles and the correct Nordic Walking technique, seniors and individuals with balance issues can burn more calories, receive a more effective workout than regular walking and experience a reduction of stress to the weight bearing joints – all thanks to the improved walking posture provided by the Perfect Length Nordic Walking Poles, the correct Nordic Walking technique and selection of the ideal level of exertion and intensity.

At SKIWALKING.COM and the American Nordic Walking System there are three basic levels of exertion and intensity to choose from – from casual to intense.

Here are the three basic levels:

Level 1: Casually walking, trekking and hiking with the poles is healthy and good – burning over 20% more calories than regular walking! Remember to keep your chin up, fingers relaxed and poles slightly angled back. Each pole plants inline with the opposing foot’s heel – alternating and never out in front unless going down a steep hill. When done correctly you will immediately notice your improved posture – walking taller and with a straighter back –naturally and not having to think about it.

* Level 1 With A Punch: Continue to keep those fingers relaxed – DON”T grip the poles. Take advantage of our comfortable Nordic Walking Straps – patented by the Salomon Ski Company. Feel the pressure in the heel of your hand effectively being distributed into the cradle of the strap verses squeezing and gripping the poles. Punch the rubber Nordic Walking tips/asphalt paws into the road/walking surface. This additional punch will beef up the effectiveness of Level 1.

Level 2: Requires the arms to fully stretch out and slightly down, keeping the poles slightly less angled back and almost perpendicular. This full arm extension will help to burn over 30% more calories than regular walking! You will find that your walking pace will speed up and your stride will naturally lengthen. Never fake a long stride – allow it to happen naturally. Keep your chin up and fingers relaxed! Shifting from Level 1 to Level 2 is like shifting gears in a car. Level 2 reinforces improved walking posture when done correctly. Again, the poles are NEVER planted in front of the lead heel unless your are descending a steep hill.

* Level 2 With A Punch: A little punch goes a long way. Utilize that full arm extension and combine it with a nice little punch – punch the rubber tip into the walking surface while keeping the fingers relaxed and NOT gripping the poles (pressure is in the cradle of the comfortable patented straps).

Level 3: Includes the full reach + a firm pole plant (don’t be gentle), constant pressure from the heel of the hand into the strap and a follow-through push when the hand lines up with the hips. Level 3 is big in Europe, but most Americans don’t want to be bothered. Level three burns over 40% more calories than regular walking. Level 3 requires maximum push and can only be effectively done with real Nordic Ski Walking. And remember the poles are NEVER planted in front of the lead heel unless your are descending a steep hill.

Individuals With Balance Issues: For individuals with balance, stability and/or gait issues it is recommended to keep the poles straight up and down – perpendicular to the ground. Do NOT focus on the arm movement as much as on enjoying the added balance and stability provided by the poles. Remember to NOT squeeze the poles – take advantage of the comfortable patented straps and keep your finger relaxed (no white knuckling of the pole grips!). Nordic Ski Walking is no longer just for athletes and expert skiers – Nordic Walking with one-piece poles is ideal for folks using canes and walkers too – including those with MS, Parkinson’s and Neuropathy.

For those with balance issues that wonder if Nordic Walking is doable for them I always ask how they feel “pushing a shopping cart”? If they say that the shopping cart is super comfortable then their new Nordic Walking Poles will prove to be even better – more comfortable and much more versatile.

At SKIWALKING.COM and The American Nordic Walking System we are committed to providing our customers with quality poles and helpful instructions. Our 100% positive customer satisfaction ratings are a result of our decision to provide quality SWIX and EXEL one-piece Nordic Walking Poles over short-term profits. We NEVER recommend 2-piece or 3-piece collapsible poles for seniors, anyone with a balance issue or for everyday use. As skiers we know that quality one-piece poles are safer, lighter and much more durable than cheap/flimsy twist-lock and flip-lock collapsible poles.

I love hosting free Nordic Walking classes for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s (PD) and Diabetes support groups, plus Wounded Warrior Programs. I would never consider using 2-piece or 3-piece collapsible poles in any of my Nordic Walking Classes.

The benefits of walking with poles are many and ideal for ALL ages and ALL fitness levels.

Walking with poles is the best!

 

Nordic Walking Poles ENABLING Those With Walking Difficulties To Walk Taller, Walk Faster And Walk Further

 

REAL Nordic Walking Poles

While hosting Nordic Walking Clinics this past week at Glen Eagle Retirement Community’s Health Fair I ran into a happy customer of mine. She told me how much she LOVED her one-piece Nordic Walking Poles. She also told me how happy her friend June was with her one-piece Nordic Walking Poles too. She told me that June calls her walking poles her “enablers” because they enable her to walk freely without a cane or a walker. June is 92 years young.

One-piece Nordic Walking Poles really do help to radically improve the balance, stability and gait of individuals that are experiencing walking difficulties. Individuals with balance issues should avoid cheap/flimsy two-piece and three-piece twist-lock and flip-lock collapsible poles that tend to rattle, vibrate and/or collapse unexpectedly. One-piece Nordic Walking Poles that are sized correctly prove to be safer, lighter and much more durable than cheap/flimsy collapsible poles – especially those super cheap ones from China.

Real Nordic Walking Poles are equipped with boot shaped rubber tips/asphalt paws that act as shock absorbers while walking on pavement and other hard surfaces. The rubber tips/asphalt paws are ideal for indoor/outdoor tracks, in the mall, on carpet and tile. The rubber tips/asphalt paws are removable. When removed the metal tips are exposed and can be used on trails, the beach, grass, snow and ice. Real Nordic Walking Poles are also equipped with comfortable fingerless glove type straps. SWIX and EXEL Nordic Walking Poles come equipped with Salomon patented Nordic Walking Straps.

Perfect length poles help us to automatically walk with a super straight back – better walking posture is biomechanically a good thing. This improved walking posture when combined with the unique 4-Wheel-Drive type action of walking with poles radically reduces the stress to the shins, knees, hips and back. Nordic Walking is low impact and yet provides a highly effective workout – burning more calories and working more muscle groups than regular walking.

There is a lot of confusion out there regarding Nordic Walking Poles. Skiers know that one-piece poles are the only choice for downhill and cross country skiing. Skiers know that 2-piece collapsible poles wouldn’t be able to hold up, plus they would be heavier. For every day use one-piece Nordic Walking Poles will prove to be superior too. One-piece poles also work great for hiking and trekking too. We have successfully tested our quality one-piece poles in the Grand Canyon, on the Appalachian Trail and in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We have received success stories from individuals using our one-piece poles all across the country – from the White Mountains to Lake Tahoe.

Almost daily we receive feedback from individuals who purchased their first pair of walking poles from a source promoting 2-piece and/or 3-piece poles – and the feedback is not good regarding these cheap/flimsy collapsible poles. All of our customer feedback ratings are 100% positive. If we promoted twist-lock or flip-lock poles we would not be able to maintain a 100% satisfaction rating.

When I host free clinics for multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s (PD), diabetes and Wounded Warrior Programs I would be embarrassed if I utilized 2-piece or 3-piece poles. I only use 1-piece SWIX and EXEL Nordic Walking Poles when hosting Nordic Walking Classes. Other Nordic Walking Instructors have told me how embarrassed they are when their twist-lock and/or flip-lock poles refuse to lock into position during classes. It is a total hassle for me to travel to clinics with a large inventory of one-piece poles, but our one-piece poles prove to be user-friendly and hassle free. And because our one-piece poles are equipped with real Nordic Walking Straps and they almost sell themselves.

At the American Nordic Walking System and WWW.SKIWALKING.COM we also donate our quality one-piece poles to the Wounded Warriors Program. Providing them with cheap/flimsy collapsible poles just wouldn’t be right. Many of the participants in my free Nordic Walking Classes for the Wounded Warriors come to my classes using a cane or walker. Our sturdy 1-piece poles prove to be a huge improvement over the cane and/or walker.Don’t get scammed by cheap/flimsy 2-piece and 3-piece twist-lock and flip-lock poles from China!

Walking with poles is the best!