NPW Clinical Studies

1. Nordic Pole Walking burns up to 46% more calories than walking without poles or moderate jogging. (Cooper Institute, 2004, Dallas & Others).
2. Increases heart & cardiovascular training by 25%. (Foley, 1994, Jordan 2001, Morss et al. 2001, Pocari, 1997).
3. Incorporates 90% of all body muscles in one exercise and increases endurance of arm, neck & shoulder muscles up to 38%, (Karawan et al. 1992).
4. Diabetes Type 2. Improves metabolism, reduces insulin resistance & reduces medication drastically within three months. (M. Nischwitz et. al 2006).
5. High Blood Pressure. Reduces high blood pressure by 18 mmHg within eight weeks. (Ishikawa et. al. 1999; C. Diehm, 2007).
6. Eliminates back, shoulder and neck pain. (Attila et. al 1999 and others).
7. 26% Less impact on hip, knee & foot joints. (Wilson et al., 2001, Hagen 2006, and others).
8. Increases production of positive hormones. (R.M. Klatz et. al, 1999, Dharma Singh Khalsa, 1997).
9. Supports stress management and mental disorders. (Stoughton, 1992; Mommert-Jauch, 2003).
10. Develops upright body posture. (Schloemmer, 2005).