Walking with sticks is quite popular in sports, and among all ages. The rules of the Nordic walking with sticks are simple and can be mastered by everyone, if desired. This kind of fitness is somewhat like walking on skis, but nevertheless, it has its own characteristics.
The benefits of Scandinavian walking
Thanks to training you can improve the condition of the muscles of the back and shoulder girdle. Scientists have conducted studies according to which approximately 90% of all muscles take part during Nordic walking, while in normal walks it is 70%. This kind of fitness helps to train balance and coordination of movements. With regular sessions, the level of cholesterol, the work of the intestine decreases, and the metabolism is normalized.
How to do Scandinavian walking?
Specialists in this form of fitness recommend practicing at least 2 times a week for at least half an hour. If desired, you can train daily.
The basic rules of Scandinavian walking and its benefits:
- Begin, as in any other sport you need with a warm-up. There are special exercises involving sticks, but if you want you can make up your own complex.
- An important rule of Scandinavian walking - be sure to check the condition of the fasteners. It is necessary to adjust the length of the belts that hold the sticks in their hands.
- During the beginning of the training, it is necessary to breathe through the nose, and then go to the mouth. It is recommended to adhere to the rhythm of breathing: inhale through two steps and exit after four.
- The training should end with deep exhalations and stretching exercises.
The technique and rules of walking with Scandinavian sticks are quite simple. First, the step is made with the right foot and at the same time the left stick is output at the same time. She needs to push off from the ground and take a step with her left foot. The next push is performed by the right stick. It is best to start training on soft snow, then classes on the ground will pass easily.