523 Nordic Walking: Four Wheel Drive to Fitness

Saturday, March 21, 2015: 9:15 AM-10:30 AM
Convention Center: Ballroom 6E
Physical Activity: Before and After School Physical Activity
Intended Audience: K-12, Post Secondary Instructor/Faculty
Speakers: Bill Connor, Loras College, Dubuque, IA; and Rico Zenti, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI
Nordic walking is an economical, fun, highly effective means to develop and maintain health related fitness in school, adult fitness and recreational settings. This informational and participatory session will examine the equipment, an easy learning progression sequence, along with a quick overview of the multitude of physiological and psychological benefits of the activity. Come, learn about, and try this great fitness activity.
Handouts
  • Nordic Walking - presentation handout - Bill Connor.pdf (1.0 MB)
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