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Nordic walking is a fitness activity that uses specially designed poles during regular fitness walking. It enhances natural walking by bringing in the upper body, improving posture and increasing intensity.
Nordic Kiwi's focus is on learning Nordic walking with certified instructors. Individual Nordic walking lessons are available, making it suitable for getting started and building confidence with technique.
Yes. Nordic Kiwi states that all instructors have health or fitness certifications and are certified by the International Nordic Walking Federation (INWA).
The programme is positioned for people who find regular walking too easy or too difficult, as Nordic walking intensifies walking through pole use and upper body engagement.
Nordic walking is described as improving posture, upper body strength and flexibility, and increasing calorie use. It is also presented as potentially comparable to running in some cases.
Nordic Kiwi offers individual Nordic walking lessons and also runs Nordic walking classes led by certified instructors.
