Regular Nordic Walking reduces asymmetrical cervical spine pain and dizziness, while improving the ability to perform daily activities through balanced physical exercise.
Nordic Walking enhances health and fitness for all ages, is injury-free, and motivated by personal wellness. It is especially popular among white-collar workers.
Nordic Walking participants, mostly women aged 51–60, report improved health, coordination, and mood. Their main motivations are well-being, physical activity, and enjoyment.
This clinical trial protocol explores the effects of supervised and unsupervised Nordic Walking on pain, physical function, and cardiovascular fitness in patients with chronic low back pain.
Compared to regular walking, Nordic Walking boosts upper body effort and VO₂, especially on flat terrain, and may reduce lower back muscle load during uphill walking by aiding trunk control.
Nordic Walking increases aerobic workout intensity safely for healthy people and those with chronic heart failure, proving to be a well-tolerated exercise option.
This study developed and validated a reliable system to measure poling forces in Nordic Walking, supporting advanced biomechanical and physiological research.
Compared to regular walking, Nordic Walking raises cardiovascular and upper body effort while lowering lower limb strain, making it a balanced full-body workout.
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