The Wheeled Nordic Walking Poles

These are the wheeled Nordic walking poles that engage the core and upper body muscles for improved fitness. Made in Germany where Nordic walking has become a popular warm-season activity enjoyed from Bavaria to Quakenbrueck, the source of their origin, each curved aluminum pole has a forearm brace, contoured handgrip, and rugged wheel that together provide fluid yet effective resistance for the shoulders, triceps, and back muscles while walking. Similar to the motions of a cross-country skier, alternating strides thrust the arms forward - the rubber wheel at the end of each pole rolls smoothly forward then locks in-place to serve as a push-off point for the next stride, increasing the heart rate beyond that of normal walking. An adjustable elastic cord that attaches to each forearm brace varies resistance; poles' lengths adjust from 32" to 56" H. Durable ABS, aluminum, and rubber construction enables use on pavement, sidewalks, and grass. (9 lbs.)