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