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Improvement of Attention, Executive Functions, and Processing Speed in Elderly Women as a Result of Involvement in the Nordic Walking Training Program and Vitamin D Supplementation

Twelve weeks of Nordic Walking combined with vitamin D supplementation improved attention, executive functions, and processing speed in elderly women, while also reducing depressive symptoms.

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Effect of 8-week Nordic walking training on nondominant hand grip and shoulder strength in middle-aged women

An 8-week Nordic Walking program significantly improved grip and shoulder strength in the nondominant arm of middle-aged women, showing greater benefits than brisk walking or no training.

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Nordic walking influence on biomechanical parameters: a systematic review

This systematic review found that Nordic Walking improves walking speed, stride length, muscle activation, and upper-limb strength, confirming its effectiveness as a biomechanically beneficial physical activity for both healthy and clinical populations.

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The Effects of Nordic Walking and Slope of the Ground on Lower Limb Muscle Activity

This study found that Nordic Walking increases lower limb muscle activity compared to regular walking, especially on flat terrain. Uphill walking had an even stronger effect on muscle engagement in both walking styles

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Nordic Walking Rather Than High Intensity Interval Training Reduced Myostatin Concentration More Effectively in Elderly Subjects and the Range of This Drop Was Modified by Metabolites of Vitamin D

In conclusion, this study is the first to show that endurance exercise in the form of NW induced a decrease in myostatin and an increase in decorin, with these changes modulated by vitamin D status. This also suggests that older adults may experience more benefit from high-volume, low-intensity NW than high-intensity, low-volume HIIT.

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Effects of Nordic walking in Alzheimer’s disease: A single-blind randomized controlled clinical trial

This clinical trial shows that 24 weeks of Nordic Walking training significantly improved memory, processing speed, and visuospatial reasoning in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting NW as a safe and promising non-pharmacological therapy.

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The Influence of Nordic Walking on Spinal Posture, Physical Function, and Back Pain in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Pilot Study

This pilot study found that Nordic Walking did not significantly affect spinal posture or back pain but improved upper and lower body strength and balance in older adults.

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A Review of Biomechanical and Physiological Effects of Using Poles in Sports

This comprehensive review analyzes how using poles in sports such as Nordic walking, trail running, and skiing affects biomechanics and physiology. Pole use reduces lower limb strain, increases upper body engagement, and boosts metabolic demand without raising perceived exertion.

Training

5 Healthy Spine Exercises to add while Nordic Walking :)

Do you have back pain? Add these 5 exercises to your workouts with sticks, and you will see what a salutary effect they will have on your spine :) In addition, there is a good chance that your “protruding tummy” will shrink a little ;) Please feel free to frequent and take advantage :)

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Jacek Witucki – the undisputed and incredibly modest Master of Nordic Walking!

What’s the daily life of a top-level Nordic Walking athlete really like? In this honest interview, Jacek Witucki shares how he trains, what motivates him, and how he prepares for races. A must-watch for fans and aspiring competitors!

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Agnieszka Sosnowska – Polish, European and World Champion in Nordic Walking

Meet Agnieszka Sosnowska, two‑time Polish Nordic Walking champion over 10 km! Discover her passion, drive, and disciplined preparation in this inspiring profile.

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A conversation with the Legend of Nordic Walking! Agnieszka Mielecka

She hasn’t lost since 2018… Meet Agnieszka Mielecka, Nordic Walking champion, in an exclusive feature! Discover her passion, mindset, and unbeatable drive.