Walk properly without sticks

You can walk at any time of the year. With walking without sticks, you decide for yourself how much you can expect. It is only important and correct at the beginning that you start slowly with the duration and intensity of the load and only gradually increase the sequence of movements. Walking without sticks is also suitable for overweight people. Because this sport both burns calories and reduces weight. However, the calorie consumption is lower than when walking with sticks. When walking, especially overweight people should make sure that the ball of the foot is rolled correctly. This is easy on the joints. In addition, stretches at ground level are easier to cope with than inclines.

Correct breathing is the be-all and end-all of walking

1. Proper breathing is important to manage the running time without breaks.
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2. Exhaling is more important than inhaling when walking without sticks. Because incorrect exhalation can cause side stitches.
3. Therefore, concentrate a little more on your breathing at the beginning, especially on the exhalation. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth.

Choose appropriate clothing 

1. Do not wear cotton sportswear. This material stores sweat and thus sticks to the skin. A better choice is polyester.


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2. Make sure that proper walking jackets should be water repellent. This is important when it really starts to rain heavily.
3. The sports shirt and sports pants should be breathable.
4. On warm summer days, it is advisable to put on a hat when walking. How to protect yourself from a headache or sunstroke.
5. Also strap on a hydration belt. Because when walking without sticks, fluid intake is just as important as in other sporting activities. Such a belt is also suitable for stowing various smaller things.
6. the Running shoes should be impermeable to water. When trying on your shoes, make sure that your toes have some space. It looks different for the metatarsus and the heel. These, on the other hand, should sit firmly in the shoe. Heel and forefoot cushioning would also be advantageous.

The correct break-in when walking without sticks

1. If you have never walked before, then you can start walking easily without sticks.
2. To avoid overloading yourself, you should regularly measure your pulse with a heart rate monitor. Such a measuring device also shows when you are walking slower or faster. You also have the option of using your fingers to count and control your pulse beats via the carotid artery.
3. The maximum heart rate when walking should be between 180-200, minus your age, never higher. As a rule, however, your well-being should be the primary focus.
4. First of all, you should consider which route you would like to take to walk. It is recommended at the beginning if you choose a straight route. A cheap route is, for example, the forest.
5. Before you really get started, however, you should put on comfortable sportswear and running shoes.
6. Now start the walking training by walking slowly into the forest.
7. Always put your foot down with your heel first and roll it down to the tips of your feet.
8. Correct posture is also important. Always walk with your body erect.
9. Her poor you should vibrate in unison with the steps - calmly a little more than usual.

The actual walking on a straight stretch

1. Once in the forest, just increase your pace a little. The footsteps remain as usual.
2. Hold your head and that upper body upright with your shoulders relaxed.
3. Raise your chest and pull the belly a.
4. With your arms bent and fists clenched, you run for a maximum of 30-45 minutes in a straight line. The right angle of the arms is at waist level.
5. Of course, it is sufficient the first time if you can only run for 20 minutes. It is important not to have a break in walking while walking. Exceptions are side stitches, dizziness and malaise.
6. After walking without sticks, you walk back home at a slow pace.
7. You should let your arms fall alternately over your head and back down again.