Learn to Walk!

Nordic Walking began as a summer training exercise for serious cross country skiers. Fitness walkers in Europe adopted Nordic Walking as a time-efficient, low-stress, total body workout. It is now becoming popular in North America.

Along with Optimal Lifestyles, Inc., Alpin eshop is offering Nordic Walking Courses each Wednesday in August for an introductory rate of $5 per class or $20 for the entire 4-week course.

These classes will continue in September, October and possibly November, but will then be at the normal rate of $65 for each four-week session.

Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to activate both the upper and lower body increasing the effectiveness of a walking program. You can burn up to 46% more calories and increase heart rate.

Other benefits are:
-Increases upper body strength and endurance.
-Reduces stress on the joints.
-Activates arms, triceps, abdominals, legs, glutes.
-Releases neck and shoulder tension.
-Enhances mood.
-Allows the same exercise intensity as running, without the high-impact.

Find out how easy it is to get in shape - and how much fun walking can be!

Registration is required. Call (314) 962-7715 to register

Introductory Rate:
$20 for four-week course in August.

Normal Rate:
$65 for four-week course in September or October

Session Dates	Location	Time
Wednesdays, August 2008	Alpine Shop Kirkwood	CANCELLED
Wednesdays, September 2008	Alpine Shop Kirkwood	7 - 8 pm
Wednesdays, October 2008	Alpine Shop Kirkwood	7 - 8 pm
Wednesdays, November 2008	Alpine Shop Kirkwood	TBA