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British Nordic Walking instructor, Lucy Crute Morris, talks about the benefits of Nordic Walking for people diagnosed with and recovering from breast cancer.

Having recovered from breast cancer herself, Lucy knows first hand just how useful correct Nordic Walking technique can be in relieving the symptoms associated with breast cancer recovery.

There have been several studies into Nordic Walking as a rehabilitative exercise for breast cancer which show that it brings some specific benefits.

An important one is that it reduces the amount and severity of lymphedema – the swelling of the tissues in the arm following removal of or damage to lymph nodes during treatment. One of the key elements of the Nordic Walking technique is movement through the shoulder and active use of the hands which combine to help improve the, lymphatic drainage of the arm so reducing your chances of experiencing lymphoedema.

Nordic Walking is also a gentle way of building strength in the upper body, as the technique uses 90% of your muscles – it’s not just “walking with poles”.

Research has also shown that Nordic Walking improves general physical fitness and posture, and has positive effects on managing both pain and depression.

Nordic Walking uses a special technique and you will need an instructor to teach you. The good news is that, once you’ve learned the basics, you’ll be able to join one of their regular Nordic Walking classes, make new friends, and have fun while you exercise.

Nordic Walking top tips

If you want to start Nordic Walking, here are our top tips:

Learn from a British Nordic Walking instructor – the better your technique, the more benefits you’ll get. You can find one in your area by searching on the British Nordic Walking website, www.britishnordicwalking.org.uk.

Don’t spend a fortune – you don’t need any special clothing or equipment apart from the poles – and you can borrow these from your instructor. Until you get the bug and want to buy your own.

Nordic Walk regularly – regular exercise gives you the best chance to recover from your treatment and provides plenty of ongoing benefits.

Enjoy it – Nordic Walking can be part of your life beyond breast cancer, so have fun.

0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Why is Nordic Walking good for people diagnosed with and recovering from breast cancer?
0:30 - Nordic Walking reduces the incidence and severity of lymphedema in breast cancer patients
1:11 - Lucy shares her own experience of using Nordic Walking to address breast cancer recovery symptoms
1:54 - Nordic Walking improves upper body strength, posture and general fitness
2:10 - To get the benefits you need to learn the full Nordic Walking technique
3:15 - Lucy's top tips for learning to Nordic Walk