Is this Nordic-Wanking thing really so good for the joints compared to jogging?

Question

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Oh yes, and WAZZA.LAD - you really suck the root!!

Answer 1

I think so.I use it because its stationary.This way I don't walk so far from the house and can't make it back on my own. The gliding motion limbers up my muscles and joints without the pounding my feet would take and the shock waves to my knees ankles,etc.

Answer 2

Power Walking uses more calories (energy) than fast walking or light jogging because the arms are moving dynamically, so more muscle groups are active.

Using POLES while power walking is meant to transfer some of the weight-bearing to the arms, so that even more muscular work is done by the upper body, and some of the loading on knees, ankles and hips is diverted elsewhere.

THIS IS CERTAINLY POSSIBLE, but (as with most activities) difficult to actually achieve without closely monitored technique coaching.

The damaging impact (deceleration) imposed on the joints by running has nothing to do with the weight they carry. The most damaging aspect of running, is the attempt to achieve a faster time. Protective measures, such as GRADUAL FOOTSTRIKE, will 'waste' energy and slow the runner down, so they are discarded in favour of speed.

In exactly the same way, power walking can ADD to the damage suffered by joints. Doing it 'Nordic' style, but in the wrong rhythm, will not only increase the deceleration felt by the knees, but will create damaging loads on the elbows as well.

Most walking poles contain a shock absorber, but this is only properly effective if the user's technique is correct anyway.

Walking with poles in the correct rhythm, at a moderate speed, or using them for rambling in uneven terrain, is very beneficial.

Answer 3

I do not walk a lot , at least not as much as I should, but honestly why do you need a pair of sticks to walk in a strait line, if you were doing some rambling or a bit of light climbing I can understand why a little extra support would be needed, I think it is just a fashion thing to make sure all the neighbours know you are off for a walk, P.S check your spelling next time

Answer 4

Are you talking about Nordic walking? if so, yes it is according to a report in Country Walking Magazine, September issue. Most fitness gurus will tell you that fast walking is just as beneficial but less stressful on the joints

Answer 5

Why have you asked the same question twice

Answer 6

Dont you feel silly that nobody is bothered with your deliberate mistake.

Answer 7

lmfao