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In episode 59, I’m talking to Katie Atkins who set up Nordic 4 in 2017, which is based in Bristol,teaching a wide range of Adult ,Teen and Child courses, with walkers aged between 9 and 90 years old. Katie started her career as a teacher in the Primary Sector, specialising in PE and last year. Do take a listen to Katie's interview on Nordic Walking with Teenagers in episode 14. Katie would be happy to talk to anyone who wants to learn more about teaching children. You can find out more or contact her here: Nordic 4.com katie.atkins@nordic4.com Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

Today, I interview Sonja Johansson, who lives by the motto: ‘The quality of your movement is the quality of your life’. This is the first time that I have published a conversation in full with no edits; this is testament to the many gems of wisdom that this interview contains and to how well Sonja talks about this subject with such great articulation. I guarantee that you will enjoy this extended episode. As a movement educator specialising in a system to optimise body/mind performance called the Feldenkrais Method, Sonja lives and breathes that motto everyday. With over 20 years of expertise in neuro-motor reprogramming, she brings a unique and holistic approach to teaching Nordic Walking. This embodied approach creates conditions for positive neuro-plasticity, improved balance, coordination & agility with the fundamental skill of awareness of your body's sensations and movements. This ‘Conscious Nordic Walking’ technique aims to maintain independence, reverse the signs of ageing through complex full body patterns, build a strong cardiovascular system without jeopardising posture and vulnerable joints. Sonja's approach is deeply rooted in optimal biomechanics, ensuring that her students gain a ‘lived’ understanding of their body's skeletal structure, to optimise alignment and promote efficient gait patterns. She empowers her students to achieve safe, powerful, and effortless walking with plenty of novelty and fun in each session. Highlighting functional movement patterns that use the biotensegrity model, including the crucial role of fascia. You can find out more by visiting Sonja's website at HonestExercise.me or email her directly: Hello@HonestExercise.me Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 57, I interview Ginny Lunn, owner and director of Walking Women, one of the fabulous sponsors of the Walking On Air podcast. Ginny and her sister, Sara, bought Walking Women in 2021, as they both wanted to do something meaningful post Covid and in later life. Prior to this, Ginny had had a long and successful career in the charity world; her last position was CEO of the childrens’ literacy charity, Beanstalk. Ginny’s desire to change career at this stage of her life was a result of reevaluating what was important following a life changing event, which she has generously shared with us today and explained how walking helped her to come to terms with her experience. Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In this episode, I speak to Ryan Taylor. Ryan was born in the highlands of Papua New Guinea to New Zealander parents. He moved back to New Zealand and grew up in a small town by the beach, where he developed a love of surfing and anything a bit extreme. This led to broken bones and plenty of travelling adventures. After a failed marriage, he got into skydiving to pursue a new obsession, B.A.S.E jumping. After only 6 weeks & a total of 73 jumps(do the math), he was involved in a jumping accident and given less than a 5% chance of surviving the night. He is amazingly lucky to be alive, but had to learn how to walk, talk, breath & swallow again at the age of thirty. The following 18.5 years have been full of highs & lows which he shares with us today.. Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 55, I interview Karen Ingram, who was recently appointed to be an international trainer, of which there are only 4 in the world, for the International Nordic Walking Federation or INWA for short. Karen is a welcome returner to Walking On Air, having shared her expertise on managing back pain in episode #4 and discussing all things poles in episode #19. She sits on the education committee of INWA and so today, she joins me to share with us her knowledge of INWA and the career progression to becoming an International Trainer. If you would like to know more about INWA, then please do check out this link: International Nordic walking Federation (INWA) Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

Today I am speaking to Peter Barrett about endurance Nordic Walking. He is an avid outdoor enthusiast, having competed and participated in outdoor sports throughout his life. He has taken part in many marathons, half marathons, mountain marathons and endurance challenges and has trained and helped many athletes to achieve their own PBs and goals. He has also organised many race and challenge events. Peter took up nordic walking over 10 years ago, inspired by seeing people use walking poles in an efficient and effective manner and he and his wife, Suzy, are currently putting plans together for a Nordic Walking challenge event in the Yorkshire Three Peaks. Peter and his wife, Suzy, are planning a trial event for the weekend of 16/17 September 2023 with the main event taking place in May 2024. For further information, please contact Peter and register your interest at peter@townendbarn.org.uk Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 53, I talk to Kelly Bennett from Cornwall, who is the director of Walk Kernow, which she set up in 2012 , after having personally experienced the benefits derived from Nordic Walking. Kelly wanted to share her love for walking along with its physical and mental health benefits. Walk Kernow has also become a place for Walk Kernow Members to socialise & enjoy other activities, making Walk Kernow a whole fitness, wellbeing and lifestyle group. Today Kelly talks about the positive effects that nordic walking can have on people with type 2 diabetes, having had first hand experience of helping a client with the condition. To get in touch with Kelly, please email: info@walkkernow.co.uk Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 52, I interview Sara Evans, a recently qualified British Nordic Walking instructor, who has come up with a unique and truly original way of constructing her classes. She has combined her knowledge and interest in the chakra system with her teaching of nordic walking, to create classes that connect participants more deeply to nature. To contact Sara Email: getnordicwalkingse@gmail.com Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 51, I am talking to Tina Gibbons, a BNW instructor from the tranquil North Cotswolds. Tina has also been practising yoga since she was at school and has been teaching it for over 20 years. She particularly likes the many overlaps between NW and yoga, such as good posture, a strong core, balance and stability plus flexibility and strength and therefore includes yoga inspired stretching into her nordic walking sessions. In this episode, Tina talks us through a couple of breathing exercises that we can practice at home and then try to incorporate into a nordic walk. Tina can be contacted on: tinag@mrmsnet.com Tina mentioned the book, Breathe by James Nestor. Studies referenced in this interview: Santino and Colleagues (Cochrane Database Systems reviews) - Breathing exercises for adults with asthma (2020) Wu and colleagues - Effectiveness of Meditative movement on COPD (2018) Hansen et al - Effect of aerobic exercise training on asthma in adults (2020) Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 50, the guest is Eileen Donnelly, Founder of Ripple & Co, an organisation that delivers high quality programmes to increase wellbeing and productivity in the workplace. Eileen’s 20-year career has focused on building purpose-driven business strategies and workplace cultures. She is now focused on the growing recognition of a company’s responsibility to protect, improve and invest in mental wellbeing in the workplace. Eileen believes that investing in employees’ resilience and positive mental health is critical to bottom-line productivity. Eileen is a keen advocate for making time to exercise in order to improve wellbeing and she joins me today to share her expertise about how to take control of your own mental health and sense of wellbeing. If anyone would like to get in touch with Eileen to find out more about the work of Ripple and Co and how they can help your company, then you can do so using the following links: Email: hello@rippleandco.com. Website: www.rippleandco.com Ripple&Co: Overview | LinkedIn Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

I am delighted to kick off Series 4 by interviewing British Nordic Walking National Trainer, Vicky Welsh. Vicky is a good friend of Walking On Air having answered the question ‘what is nordic walking’ in the very first episode of this podcast, which remains the most downloaded episode of all time. She returned for episode 35 to explain how beneficial nordic walking is for the pelvic floor; an episode that has top 10 status reflecting the importance of this topic. Back in 2010 Vicky set up Bristol Nordic Walking; she organised a successful Nordic Walking festival in October 2021; she is working on a community nordic walking project in Bristol; and she has recently been raising the profile of nordic walking again by publishing a book, Lets Walk Nordic, which has been a number one best seller on amazon in 8 categories, including walking, hiking & trekking; active outdoor pursuits; and hiking & camping and number two in fitness through walking (second only to MM Just one thing) and number two in Sport (second only to the fishing book by mortimer &u whitehouse. In our conversation, Vicky mentioned the positive influence of Parkrun and how it actively encourages participation from Nordic Walkers; if you would like to learn more, then do listen to episode #26 in which Sian Harris talks in detail about the experience of nordic walking parkrun. Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

For the final episode of Series 3, I have a real treat for you all. In the last two episodes you have heard about the collaboration between Steve Ellis from Gemini Outdoor and his client Simon Clark, who was written off and told he would never leave his hospital bed after a terrible car accident. They both join me today to discuss what they have learnt from working together, as well as setting goals and meeting expectations in a realistic manner. As with the previous episode featuring Simon, please consider donating to the Great Western Air Ambulance Team. To Donate, please visit the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity. To listen to episodes referenced in this interview: Nordic Walking Saved my Life with Simon ClarkBecoming a Nordic Walking National Trainer with Steve EllisOsteoporosis and Nordic Walking with Melissa DomailleAltitude, Adventure & Nordic Walking Expeditions with Steve EllisBehind the Scenes of Walking On Air with Mary Tweed & Steve Ellis Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up i Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 47, I am once again speaking to British Nordic Walking National Trainer, Steve Ellis, from Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Steve founded Gemini Outdoor Adventure Ltd, and is a qualified ‘Mountain Leader’ and ‘International Mountain Leader. Steve is about to move to New Zealand, where he will continue his work as a National Trainer. During our chat he mentions two other National Trainers, who have been fantastic guests on this show. Steve was trained initially by Karen Ingram, who has appeared twice to discuss how Nordic Walking can help reduce Back Pain, as well as explaining everything you need to know about Nordic Walking Poles. Catherine Hughes, who is CEO of British Nordic Walking has shared her knowledge about the history of Nordic Walking. Steve mentions INWA on several occasions, which is the term used for the International Nordic Walking Association, of which British Nordic Walking is a member. Steve joins me today to explain what is involved in the role of National Trainer and how he came to qualify. Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up in a cafe enjoying a coffee together. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. If you wish to share your story, do get in touch by emailing hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk #NordicWalking # Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

Warning - This episode contains graphic descriptions of injuries sustained in a serious car crash. Of all the interviews I have conducted with incredible guests for Walking On Air, this is by far the most inspirational and emotional. It was such a privilege to speak to Simon Clark, who recently qualified as a British Nordic Walking Instructor. In 2019, Simon was involved in a horrific car accident and sustained multiple injuries to his body and his brain. Thanks to the Great Western Air Ambulance Team, who performed extensive and complex life saving surgery at the scene , Simon is here to talk to us today. He was fortunate to meet two former guests on Walking On Air: Melissa Domaille was one of the physios in his rehab team, and she introduced him to Nordic Walking, before referring him on to Steve Ellis, who has helped Simon get back into the mountains. Simon describes Nordic Walking as ‘a gamechanger’ in his recovery progress and he has kindly agreed to speak about his experiences today, in the hope that it will inspire others, firstly, to push themselves to defy the odds and secondly, to consider donating to the Great Western Air Ambulance Team. To Donate, please visit the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity. To listen to episodes referenced in this interview: Osteoporosis and Nordic Walking with Melissa DomailleAltitude, Adventure & Nordic Walking Expeditions with Steve EllisBehind the Scenes of Walking On Air with Mary Tweed & Steve Ellis Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In this episode , I’m talking to Lindsay Atkin, a primary school teacher and NW instructor with Bristol & Bath Nordic Walking. She qualified as a British NW instructor in January 2020 nd enjoys leading walks outdoors around Bath. At the end of 2021, Lindsay was diagnosed with Breast Cancer and today, she talks to me about the role that NW has played in her life as she goes through treatment. In a previous episode, I spoke to Cristina González Castro, National Trainer for Spain and an expert in the way in which exercise can help people with cancer. Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up in a cafe enjoying a coffee together. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. If you wish to share your story, do get in touch by emailing hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk #NordicWalking #WeAreNordicWalking #BritNW #BritishNordicWalking #INWA #NordicWalkingEastAnglia #onwf #nordicwalkinguk #walx #nordicwalkingaustralia #nordixx #urbanpoling #ANWA #anwaUSA #nordicwalkingnewzealand #nordicpolewalking #nordicpolewalkingnovascotia #nordicacademy #polewalking #lekipoles #exelpoles #fitnesswalking #skiwalking #polewalking #greengym #mentalhealth #mentalwellbeing #weightloss #posture #useitorloseit #activeageing #nutritiousmovement #exerciseanywhere #BetterHealth #GreatOutdoors #fitnessforallages #walkwithease #weightmanagement #breastcancer #cancer Support the show Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 44, I am talking to Steve Collis, outdoor enthusiast and Director / Owner of Upper Limits UK, based in Bristol. Upper Limits UK provides professional training in a style that is normally associated with the British Armed Forces for individuals and business alike. Their activities, events and training programmes are designed to motivate, build team spirit and give all those who attend a sense of achievement and well-being. Steve joins me today, to talk about Outdoor First Aid and why this is such a vital skill for us all to learn. Steve highlighted the importance of being well prepared before heading out of a long walk. Do take a listen to episode 28 in which Mike Parsons explains the different types of outdoor kit that is necessary for staying warm, safe and dry; and also to episode 37, in which Nicky Sproson talks about the importance of learning basic navigation skills. Stay safe out there. He also mentioned the Bristol Nordic Walking group, who recently attended one of his training sessions. Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up in a cafe enjoying a coffee together. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. If you wish to share your story, do get in touch by emailing hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 43, I am discussing a very relevant topic to the times that we are living in, namely Long Covid.. Today I am joined by Ann, who caught Covid in September 2021 while working as a teaching assistant supporting primary school children with additional needs. Due to underlying asthma, she became very ill with covid, which led to pneumonia and a three week stint in hospital, including a week in ITU. On leaving hospital, Ann struggled just to walk around her house, never mind down the road, as the fatigue was exhausting and she found it difficult to breathe. By Christmas she’d had enough and decided to take back control of her health. At this point, she discovered Tracy Hall’s group of Sherwood Nordic Walkers and this proved a turning point in her recovery, as we are about to hear. Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up in a cafe enjoying a coffee together. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. If you wish to share your story, do get in touch by emailing hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk #NordicWalking #WeAreNordicWalking #BritNW #BritishNordicWalking #INWA #NordicWalkingEastAnglia #onwf #nordicwalkinguk #walx #nordicwalkingaustralia #nordixx #urbanpoling #ANWA #anwaUSA #nordicwalkingnewzealand #nordicpolewalking #nordicpolewalkingnovascotia #nordicacademy #polewalking #lekipoles #exelpoles #fitnesswalking #skiwalking #polewalking #greengym #mentalhealth #mentalwellbeing #weightloss #posture #useitorloseit #activeageing #nutritiousmovement #exerciseanywhere #BetterHealth #GreatOutdoors #fitnessforallages #walkwithease #weightmana Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In this episode, I am talking to two British Nordic Walking Instructors from JLS Nordic Walking from Yorkshire. Sunil & Lousie Mukerjea, join me today to share their recent experience of running a Nordic walking workshop for a group of people with visual impairments. To Find out more about JLS Nordic Walking: Email : jlsnordicwalking@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nordic-Walking-with-JLS-107987801912296 Find An Instructor Near You https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up in a cafe enjoying a coffee together. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. If you wish to share your story, do get in touch by emailing hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk #NordicWalking #WeAreNordicWalking #BritNW #BritishNordicWalking #INWA #NordicWalkingEastAnglia #onwf #nordicwalkinguk #walx #nordicwalkingaustralia #nordixx #urbanpoling #ANWA #anwaUSA #nordicwalkingnewzealand #nordicpolewalking #nordicpolewalkingnovascotia #nordicacademy #polewalking #lekipoles #exelpoles #fitnesswalking #skiwalking #polewalking #greengym #mentalhealth #mentalwellbeing #weightloss #posture #useitorloseit #activeageing #nutritiousmovement #exerciseanywhere #BetterHealth #GreatOutdoors #fitnessforallages #walkwithease #weightmanagement #visualimpairment Support the show Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In episode 40, I’m talking to Catrin, who set up Nordicymru, instructing Nordic Walking in South West Wales in January 2022. Like many people the Covid pandemic made Catrin and her family rethink their values and particularly what they wanted from life. Catrin has been on an amazing journey in the last two years, which has resulted in her training to become a Nordic Walking Instructor. In our conversation, we discuss the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the benefits of taking the plunge to shake up the status quo. To Find out more about Nordic Cymru: Website: www.nordicymru.com Email : www.nordicymru@outlook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nordicymru-111355134737854 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordicymru/ If you want to follow Catrin's camper van adventures then please visit Silver Nugget Adventure on YouTube, or on Instagram or on Facebook. Catrin mentioned Karen Ingram, who trained her to be a British Nordic Walking Instructor. Karen was an early guest on Walking On Air, who spoke very inspirationally about how Nordic Walking can help to relieve Back Pain. Find An Instructor https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up i Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...

In this week’s episode, I am talking to Sam Armstrong from Walx Derwent and Dales, in Derbyshire. Sam had worked in the fitness industry for several years, when she discovered Nordic Walking. Recognising the benefits that exercise outdoors had on physical and mental health she was inspired to set up her business and empower others in 2008. Over the years, Sam’s love of walking has taken her all over Europe and the UK and last year, she qualified as a Mountain Leader. She has organised walking Festivals in the Peak District and is planning one with her colleague Nicola Sproson* from 6-8 May in the Lake District. Sam is also a carer to her eldest daughter and she has kindly agreed to talk to me today, about how Nordic Walking helped her through the most difficult period of her life. *Nicola has been a guest TWICE on Walking on Air. First time she spoke about adapting Nordic Walking for the Mountains and more recently, she informed us about Navigation for Nordic Walking. Sam's Website is: https://walx.co.uk/groups/walx-derwent-and-dales/ Walx Ullswater Nordic Walking Festival https://walx.co.uk/groups/walx-ullswater-festival/ Find An Instructor https://britishnordicwalking.org.uk/apps/store-locator If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Not only is Nordic Walking a whole body workout, but it is also one of the safest and most sociable way to exercise. Classes always finish up in a cafe enjoying a coffee together. Final thank you to sponsors Support the Show. If you have enjoyed this podcast, I would be very grateful if you could show your support by buying me a coffee! This enables me to continue producing these podcasts, as it will go towards covering the server and podcast platform licenses. Many thanks, Mary x I'm Mary Tweed, a British Nordic Walking instructor with Nordic Walking East Anglia. Sponsors I would like to thank the sponsors of this episode, who are: British Nordic Walking Britishnordicwalking.org.uk Discount code: walking23 Nordicwalk.store Nordicwalk.store Paula: 01446 789 154 Walking Women Holidays walkingwomen.com Discount code: WOA23 Ginny: 01784 664 063 contactus@walkingwomen.com Social Media Please contact the show with suggestions, ideas for future topics, or to be interviewed. You can reach me on the following: Email: hello@walkingonairpodcast.co.uk Facebook: Walking On Air Instagram: walking_on_air_podcast ...