A. It is tempting to look at ski poles that you already own and decide that they will do just fine for use as walking poles. Just as you would not use a snowboard to go water-skiing, it is not a good ...

There's no snow on the ground, so why are some people bringing out the ski poles' It may look like a practical joke to the uninformed, but in actuality, the poles are part of the exercise regimen of ...

I used to think trekking poles were for weenies – walking sticks for gearheads. Then I got old(er).Apparently, so has everyone else. A decade ago, I rarely encountered anyone tapping along a trail, ...

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Walking poles can help with balance and reduce strain on your joints. Adjusting trekking poles so your elbow is bent helps you to use them properly. The right walking poles can make your walks safer ...

I was skeptical of Nordic Walking when I first heard of it. It seemed like a try at commodifying taking a stroll, like, “You’re not really walking until you’re doing it with these expensive walking ...

These fully adjustable trekking poles come with a variety of accessories, including a rifle mount. Plus, they come wrapped in a Mossy Oak pattern. These poles are a favorite for thru hikers, ...

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Some still debate the merits of using trekking poles, but nowadays, most hikers won't leave home without them. Poles can help you power up steep climbs, support your weight on downhills, and provide ...

Have you seen people walking around and wondered why they were walking with what looked like funny sticks? Those funny sticks can actually bring extra benefits to your walking routine. The sticks ...

Three years ago, Margaret Keene was in poor shape. She admits it. She was overweight, was visiting a physiotherapist for lower back problems and her arthritis was getting worse. Then, on vacation in ...