Forget pole dancing — the hottest Scandinavian exercise trend is pole walking. Originally developed as summer training for cross-country skiers in Finland, Nordic walking uses specially designed poles ...

Whether on a trail or a sidewalk, poles help you safely go farther, faster and engage your upper body. Here’s how to reap the benefits. By Amanda Loudin Ashley Hawke was originally a skeptic of ...

It's no secret that walking has grown in popularity as a workout. From hot girl walks to treadmill struts — there's a way to walk that works for everyone. If you've tried both of those and are looking ...

A study led by the University of Verona asked 38 participants to engage in Nordic walking for six months. 'Nordic walking is a fitness activity that originated in Finland in the 1960s as a training ...

Nordic walking involves using poles similar to ski poles as you move. Unlike a regular walk, this kind of walking incorporates your upper body muscles in addition to your lower body muscles. According ...

Walking has been a long-time favorite low-impact exercise for fitness and wellness enthusiasts alike. This simple form of ...

In the city of Santa Monica, there’s no lack of activities to keep in shape. If looking to sculpt your body, there’s a million gyms and a short jaunt away is Venice’s Muscle Beach. To get the cardio ...

Leafy green vegetables like spinach are full of vitamin K1, which protects heart health. (Getty Images) Hello, health enthusiasts! My name is Rachel Grumman Bender. I’m filling in for Kaitlin Reilly, ...

Playing a single 18-hole round of golf or completing 6 km of either Nordic walking or regular walking may significantly improve immediate cognitive function in older individuals. Playing a single ...