Nordic Walking

Walk by yourself, or walk with friends, even if you have different fitness levels; Nordic Walking is one of the most sociable and effective exercise techniques around. From the social walker enjoying the outdoors with others, to the elite athlete needing sports specific cross training, Nordic Walking (or Nordic Running) is suitable for everyone. Burn 20% more calories than in normal walking.
When Nordic Walking you use your legs, your arms, the rear part of your shoulders, and your chest and back muscles. Using more muscles in Nordic Walking means on average you burn 20% more calories than in normal walking at the same walking speed , but that's not all: Although you are using more muscles and doing more exercise, the effort is spread across your whole body and, therefore, Nordic Walking can actually feel easier and less tiring than normal walking!  www.nordic-walking-schule-ritten.it