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Your walk could feel completely different
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Hi Reader, There’s something about June that draws us back outside. The fresh air. And sometimes, we simply need another reason to get outdoors. That’s why I’m so excited to share that Take Your Walk to the Next Level: An Introduction to Nordic Walking begins this week here in Edmonton. Over three Wednesday sessions (June 3, 10, and 17), I’ll teach you how Nordic walking can completely change the feeling of your walk. Most people look at poles and assume they’re simply a walking aid. But from a movement perspective, Nordic walking is actually about amplifying your walking. It creates a more dynamic, whole-body walking experience. When you learn how to use the poles effectively, your entire walking pattern begins to change. People often notice improved stability, longer stride length, increased rhythm, and more confidence moving outdoors. Instead of simply walking through your environment, you begin interacting with it differently. And honestly, this fits beautifully with what we’re doing inside The MedFit Movement Studio this June. This month, our community is participating in 26 Ways to Move Through June — a movement challenge designed around small, approachable movement moments throughout the month. Many of the movement moments pair perfectly with Nordic walking: walking outdoors, exploring new routes, moving socially, connecting with nature, and building movement into everyday life in sustainable ways. Because movement doesn’t need to be dramatic to matter. One walk still counts. 💗 Edmonton Friends
💗 Not in Edmonton?
And if you’ve taken the Nordic walking workshop before and are thinking, “I should really start using my poles again…” — hit reply to this email. I’d love to hear from you. Every season invites a different kind of movement. Maybe this June is your season to step outside again. Stay well and happy moving, Lisa Supporting you in your physical activity journey.Together, we will use thoughtful and considerate movement to reprogram how you live in your body. Let's teach your brain to soften the intensity, and to grow your own ease.
Using exercise science, kinesiology, and yoga therapy, we can find a place that will not only allow you to move better and move more, but also increase the quality of your life.
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Struggling to stay consistent with movement? Each week you’ll get relatable stories, practical strategies, and uplifting tips to help you move smarter, feel better, and bring more wellness into your daily life.
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