Lyme Bay Nordic Walking

Mel has a love for the outdoors; has taught and led groups at a field study centre in France; is a qualified Beach School practitioner and has completed long walk challenges – the Moonwalk Marathon in London (twice) and the Jurassic Challenge in 2020 (100Km in 24 hrs ). She enjoys exploring the area with Merlot, the dog, to discover new routes for our walkers.

WHAT IS NORDIC WALKING?

In summary, Nordic Walking is a full body workout that strengthens your back muscles, trains your core, tones and shapes your whole body and helps you lose weight. It’s sociable, fun, fantastic for mental health and is one of the fastest growing sports in Europe.

USE NORDIC WALKING POLES TO GIVE THE UPPER BODY A WORK OUT TOO

You will use 90% of your body’s muscle groups by using poles with your walk. These assist in moving your core and upper body muscles groups for an all over work out. You will soon feel the difference the poles make to your walk. The poles help you walk for longer and at a faster pace.

TRAINERS OR WALKING SHOES?

Comfortable soled trainers or walking shoes are advised, not heavy walking high ankled boots. We recommend lightweight shoes for pure comfort in the Summer, however in the Winter you will definitely need something more hardy e.g. a waterproof trail shoe for the wetter and muddier conditions of the year.

WEAR WEATHER APPROPRIATE COMFORTABLE CLOTHING

Layers are the key; extra ones for the cooler months and to shed in the warmer weather.

FUN & ACHIEVABLE ACTIVITY FOR ALL!

This sport is suitable for everyone, old/young and somewhere in between.

Get in touch with Melanie for more walks and those special ones from Modbury through the Bride Valley -> Always Lensomy