I tested 9 different pairs of trekking poles in the mountains of Colorado to find the very best. Only 2 are worth your money.

Whether you simply enjoy heading out into the countryside for a stroll (and a pub lunch) or you’re into Nordic walking (a low impact but intensive walking technique inspired by cross country skiers), ...

Walking poles (also called trekking poles) can give you a major advantage when covering big miles with a heavy pack. This ...

The Independent and Yahoo will earn a commission from purchases made via links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. A reliable pair of walking poles can be an essential ...

Over the last couple of years, as I’ve got more into trail running, I’ve realized they can be super useful for brisker adventures too. After all, a lot of trail running – or mountain running anyway – ...

Nordic walking is a full-body, low-impact workout that consists of walking using specialized poles. When done correctly, it can engage up to 90% of your muscles and offer an intense cardiovascular and ...

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Make your hike even more beneficial by adding trekking poles. Whether you’re looking to gain more stability, alleviate knee soreness or amp up your calorie burn, trekking poles are the perfect ...

Nordic walking isn’t just a great way to get your steps in. The fitness trend involves walking with long poles—similar to ski poles or hiking sticks—giving you a full-body workout every time you take ...

Love your walks but not seeing results? Or maybe you're finally ready to shake off those couch-potato crumbs and shed your extra pounds—for good. Whatever your goal, we've created a walking plan that ...