Thank you so much from France. I have had my poles propped up in the hall for two weeks - nervous of looking a prat walking the streets of Nice. I have followed the instructions and practised walking about the flat and now feel ready for my maiden voyage. Thank you again. ( I could listen to that warm voice and lovely accent all day)
This video allowed me to walk a 400 km trail with leg issues. After seeing this video, me and my boyfriend started affectionately refering to you as "Grandpa Ireland" and we taught this method to many walkers along the way. I cannot thank you enough!
Conundrum here for me; I’m certainly Not doubting your experience/history and skills, but others describe their use differently? i.e. they demonstrate as left leg moves forwards your right hand pole also moves forwards. Then as right leg moves forwards then the left pole moves forwards. I am brand new to poles; borrowed a pair for a hike 3 days ago. Now awaiting delivery of my own poles tomorrow since I did find them useful (after many years of scoffing of their use). But as a retired RGN / Offshore Medic you make real sense. Crutch enlarge works for me 🙏
As a person with osteoarthritis I looked up several sites on the use of walking sticks and they all stated exactly as you describe, left leg with right stick and right leg with left stick, with Nordic walking both sticks move in unison at each stride.
Is it just me or is this backwards? Maybe it just appears that way because he's talking and demonstrating at the same time, but you're supposed to plant the pole and step with the opposite foot to match the natural arm swing. To plant the way he's demonstrating it is to swing the arm on the same side as the step - it appears at least...not the way one walks.
I do have a comment about the straps (the first thing the guy said): is very common to block the poles between your legs, stone or to loose balance while you are on the way in the mountain and there is high chance of falling down... how are you going to protect your face/head or anything while your hands are blocked in the straps?
If you use poles, please be mindful of how you are using them, and how you are stowing them. Many users have their poles angled out to the sides, like they're rowing a boat, and many users stow them, with them sticking out all over the place. Both situations are frustrating for those of us using the same trails, and attempting to get past the users, whether approaching head on, or passing from behind.
I have noticed in discussions that those with a strong preference for using trekking poles tend to try to back up their preference with hand waving and psuedo-science. I would also be interested in links to real science on the subject - such as bio-mechanical studies, etc. Edit: Here is an example of an unfounded pseudo-scientific statement refuted by actual science: At 4:12, he claims to be able to save 1-2 thousand calories throughout the day by using poles. However, an actual review of scientific literature summarized the results in this way: "To summarize the acute physiological effects of Nordic walking, it increases the energy consumption of the body compared to regular walking with the same speed without poles both in women and men and in fit and less fit individuals." Source: www.nordicacademy.com.au/Summary%20of%20Scientific%20Research%20on%20Nordic%20Walking.pdf So, walking with trekking poles actually uses more energy, not less.
@@garyhart2689 Reducing the stress on your joints and therefore reducing wear and tear is a no brainer. It's not rocket science. Only laziness is preventing you from finding evidence online.
@@caveatrotters3324 The person making the claim has the burden of proof. I have no claim to substantiate, therefore, i have no reason to prove anything. That's how science works.
According to Pubmed nordic poles or trekking poles on flat terrain has zero benefit to our knees or any joint in relation to normal walking . The only time poles are of any benefit is while descent or ascent by adding stability and reducing pressure on the knees . In flat surface it has zero benefits to the knees …
Thank you so much from France. I have had my poles propped up in the hall for two weeks - nervous of looking a prat walking the streets of Nice. I have followed the instructions and practised walking about the flat and now feel ready for my maiden voyage.
Thank you again. ( I could listen to that warm voice and lovely accent all day)
Yes, I feel the same about walking the streets of Houston. But I had a major fall last week and it has to be done. Maybe I'll wear a disguise!
Using the ladder to show the technique was a great idea , thanks for the video .
Thank you ! Blessings.
This video allowed me to walk a 400 km trail with leg issues. After seeing this video, me and my boyfriend started affectionately refering to you as "Grandpa Ireland" and we taught this method to many walkers along the way. I cannot thank you enough!
That’s the best explanation of how to use them I have seen. Well done, Sir, and thanks.
Conundrum here for me; I’m certainly Not doubting your experience/history and skills, but others describe their use differently?
i.e. they demonstrate as left leg moves forwards your right hand pole also moves forwards. Then as right leg moves forwards then the left pole moves forwards. I am brand new to poles; borrowed a pair for a hike 3 days ago. Now awaiting delivery of my own poles tomorrow since I did find them useful (after many years of scoffing of their use).
But as a retired RGN / Offshore Medic you make real sense. Crutch enlarge works for me 🙏
As a person with osteoarthritis I looked up several sites on the use of walking sticks and they all stated exactly as you describe, left leg with right stick and right leg with left stick, with Nordic walking both sticks move in unison at each stride.
@@phonotd thanks for this, it does make sense.
Very helpful. Thanks Pat!
a little reminder to folks of how to put away poles safely when not in use!had my eye nearly poked on many occasions,thanks Pat
Great video thanks!
Thanks a lot Pat , I have two poles and cant wait to take them out and do it properly , great video . thanks Malcolm
Thanks, Malcolm: Lot of good stuff coming up over the next few months and if you need further advice just give me a call. Pat
This is excellent! I would love to go on a trek with him. So informative. Thank you for making this video.
I always use the ladder going up Carrauntoohil.
You greatly helped my understanding - awesome - thank you
Fantastic explanation of something so easily overlooked. Thanks 🙏
Excellent and important information, subscribed 🙏
Is it just me or is this backwards? Maybe it just appears that way because he's talking and demonstrating at the same time, but you're supposed to plant the pole and step with the opposite foot to match the natural arm swing. To plant the way he's demonstrating it is to swing the arm on the same side as the step - it appears at least...not the way one walks.
Yes you're right. He's doing it backwards
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oi, what an excellent explanation, really happy I found this vid. cheers
Sold!
well explained sir
Thanks for the lesson.
I do have a comment about the straps (the first thing the guy said): is very common to block the poles between your legs, stone or to loose balance while you are on the way in the mountain and there is high chance of falling down... how are you going to protect your face/head or anything while your hands are blocked in the straps?
Irish accent is so close to Jamaican it's crazy
Many Irish were sent to Jamaica as indentured servants and the accent mixed in.
If you use poles, please be mindful of how you are using them, and how you are stowing them. Many users have their poles angled out to the sides, like they're rowing a boat, and many users stow them, with them sticking out all over the place. Both situations are frustrating for those of us using the same trails, and attempting to get past the users, whether approaching head on, or passing from behind.
Good stuff
Nice info
how do you minimize shoulder pain with these? or is that impossible?
Do you have links to proper scientific studies to back up the claims of preventing physical damage please? I'd be very interested to see that.
I have noticed in discussions that those with a strong preference for using trekking poles tend to try to back up their preference with hand waving and psuedo-science. I would also be interested in links to real science on the subject - such as bio-mechanical studies, etc.
Edit: Here is an example of an unfounded pseudo-scientific statement refuted by actual science: At 4:12, he claims to be able to save 1-2 thousand calories throughout the day by using poles. However, an actual review of scientific literature summarized the results in this way: "To summarize the acute physiological effects of Nordic walking, it increases the energy consumption of the body compared to regular walking with the same speed without poles both in women and men and in fit and less fit individuals." Source: www.nordicacademy.com.au/Summary%20of%20Scientific%20Research%20on%20Nordic%20Walking.pdf
So, walking with trekking poles actually uses more energy, not less.
@@garyhart2689 Reducing the stress on your joints and therefore reducing wear and tear is a no brainer. It's not rocket science. Only laziness is preventing you from finding evidence online.
@@caveatrotters3324 Use common sense. Poles work. Who needs science? If you don't want to use them then don't. Why are you watching videos on it?
@@richardkandalec4128 I use poles. Anyone who disputes that they reduce stress and wear and tear on your body is an idiot.
@@caveatrotters3324 The person making the claim has the burden of proof. I have no claim to substantiate, therefore, i have no reason to prove anything. That's how science works.
What about downhill? show the technique please
helpful stuff, thanks for sharing.
Well worth a try, thanx
According to Pubmed nordic poles or trekking poles on flat terrain has zero benefit to our knees or any joint in relation to normal walking . The only time poles are of any benefit is while descent or ascent by adding stability and reducing pressure on the knees . In flat surface it has zero benefits to the knees …