Nordic walking

Do you like walking? Have you discovered Nordic walking yet? Whether you choose Nordic walking or power walking, you´ll certainly get a good workout. Did you take notice of the latest boom in fitness walking yet? If the answer is yes, you´ll have plenty of opportunities to practice it here with us.

The alpine neighbourhood of Mals offers countless opportunities year-round to improve your fitness while enjoying the natural beauty of the Ortler mountain range. If you’re looking for an introduction or have questions about specific moves, you can always consult our wellness trainer.

Nordic walking tours are also offered as part of our fitness programs. We have tour information, walking poles and pulse meters available for you.

Almost no other fitness boom of the last few years has been researched more thoroughly than Nordic walking. Power walking engages approximately 70% of all muscle groups, especially legs, buttocks and the lower portion of the upper body. With the use of poles, this percentage goes up to 85 during Nordic walking.

Regular training sessions will increase your fitness and help you to gain muscle mass as well as strengthen your bones. After just two to three training sessions, you’ll notice a difference in how you feel.

Nordic walking normalizes blood pressure and helps you to loose weight. Other problems like migraines, back or joint pains can be reduced with regular Nordic walking. Fitness activities clear mind and help the brain to get more oxygen. This helps to combat stress and increases creativity.