A 12-week Nordic walking program significantly improves functional capacity and heart health, especially beneficial for those with coronary artery disease, by engaging the upper body and promoting better exercise endurance.
Nordic walking, a full-body, low-impact exercise that originated in Finland, is the latest walking trend taking over FitTok. Using specially-designed poles to engage the shoulders, arms, and core muscles, Nordic walking can improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles and endurance, increase energy levels, strengthen the immune system, and reduce stress. It also provides a low-impact activity, works the whole body, improves posture, boosts cardiovascular health, and strengthens cognitive function.