Herefordshire Council has organised some free five-week Nordic Walking beginners’ courses starting in Hereford this September. Don’t miss out – our previous Summer courses booked up within a day.
The courses are a great way to learn a new skill in a fun and friendly social atmosphere and are led by our Nordic Walking UK qualified instructor Alison Gaster.
Two new courses planned for September will take place at Bishops Meadow on Fridays from 6 September at 10.30am and Aylestone Park on Mondays from 9 September at 10.30am, with each course session lasting an hour.
Walking has so many benefits for our physical and mental health and wellbeing and the courses have been organised to encourage people to build more walking into their daily lives and give confidence that they could swap a car journey to the shops or work for a walk.
Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that's easy on the joints and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. It's based on using specially designed walking poles in a way that harnesses the power of the upper body to propel you forward as you walk. While Nordic walking you'll start to use 90% of your major muscles, compared to the 45% used while regular walking, and you’ll burn around 46% more energy, so it’s a great way to get fit and even lose weight.
The courses held earlier in the summer were certainly popular with participants who enjoyed the companionship of the group, taking exercise and learning a new skill. One person said the course “Exceeded expectations and made for a whole new experience that was totally unexpected.” Another person commented that they were “Really thrilled to have enjoyed this as much…it has changed my life as I was very sedentary before.”
To book your place visit www.herefordshire.gov.uk/nordicwalking or contact Alison Gaster if you have any questions about the courses – Tel: 07837 743087 or email alison.gaster@btinternet.com
- 1 hour sessions
- Specialist poles will be provided
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
- Dress prepared for the weather with sturdy footwear or trainers
For full details of the courses visit www.herefordshire.gov.uk/nordicwalking