What is the Best Surface for Pole Walking for Beginners?
We are often asked what kind of surface is best for beginners to pole walking. Here are some thoughts on what is best as well as what to avoid.
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Announcing a Great New Partnership with Flexyfoot
York Nordic and smartCRUTCH USA are excited to announce a new partnership with Flexyfoot, designer of solutions to the problems faced by those who ...
Whittle Your Waistline the Nordic Way
We cannot take credit for the title, but we thought all would be interested in this take on the benefits to weight loss from Nordic walking by Stan...
5 Reasons Why Canes Suck (No offense intended!)
Wow, that was direct! Don’t get us wrong, canes serve a purpose but there are options that can help with mobility rather than being limited to a ca...
Do walking poles make you stronger?
Do walking poles make you stronger? Well, seeing our founder and owner Lauren at last week's 2025 APTA CSM meeting you would think so!! And actuall...
If You Haven't Already, Consider Walking Poles!
Have you seen people using walking poles and wondered why they are using them? Poles can help with balance and stability while also bringing the ar...
Introducing the Motivator Super Duty by York Nordic
We are pleased to announce the introduction of the new Motivator Super Duty walking poles, designed specifically for those needing a sturdier pole ...
Looking Forward to the 2025 APTA Combined Sections Meeting
We are excited to share that we will again be attending this year’s American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Combined Sections Meeting, which w...
February is American Hearth Month
February is American Hearth Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. At York Nordic, we likewise encou...
