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Earlier this spring, on a hiking path in the middle of Los Angeles, we found ourselves sliding down a shortcut on the way to ...

Nordic walking, a fitness trend that uses poles to mimic the movements of cross-country skiing, is believed to burn 20% more ...

Nordic walking is walking with specific poles and is an effective low-impact, full-body workout. Here's how to try this ...

Karuna Prasad Mitra, a 71-year-old climber from Naihati, embarks on a challenging South Pole expedition after reaching the ...

Inventor John McShane and his San Diego-based startup, CleanTrek, are launching unique products for hikers who want to keep ...

New British brand Harrier has just updated its collection of poles which are all specifically designed for running. Here’s our verdict on their aluminium set following our tests ...

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“It’s gotta be up there somewhere,” I said, jabbing my trekking pole into a basalt slab crevice. “Maybe the trees have grown up, blocking the view,” Phil wondered. Finally, a few yards ...

Walking poles, also known as walking sticks, hiking sticks, hiking staffs, and trekking poles, can increase the benefits of walking. They can reduce strain on your joints, help balance, and increase ...