Here are some reasons why it is useful to use a walking pole when out on your country walk…
It enables you to walk faster- using a pole makes walking a lot quicker, it can make you a lot more steady footed, therefore you are more effectively able to maintain your speed.
Walk for longer- when you use poles they can help you distribute the weight between your upper and lower body muscles, this will allow you to walk for prolonged periods.
Protect you- a pole can be used to swipe away nettles and brambles. They can also be used to test the depths of puddles!
Walk upright- another benefit to using a pole is that it will help keep your posture, especially when wearing a backpack. This can also help you to breathe easier which will affect the longevity of your walk.
Give you more power- having a pole can also give you more power as it gives you something to push of and to stabilize yourself with.
