Two Poles or NOT Two Poles ~ There is NO question
November 9, 2012 by Jayah Faye Paley
Filed under DVD Updates, Pole Tips, Poles, Poles for Hiking
Learning to use trekking poles for hiking is a skill that all hikers will, at some point, appreciate. Whether you’re 30 or 90, optimal use of poles provides significant benefits on the trail. (click on any photo to enlarge). In this post we’ll discuss Why Poles? Why Optimal Use? Benefits of Optimal Use of Poles […]
Trekking Poles FAQ: Are Hiking Poles for Everyone?
October 17, 2011 by Jayah Faye Paley
Filed under Coaching, DVD Updates, Pole Tips, Poles, Poles for Hiking, Uncommon Sense
No, but… Using poles provides many benefits for people who like to walk or hike. Optimal use of poles encourages better posture, endurance, confidence and gait. Using the upper body muscles helps to preserve joints all over the body. In the literally thousands of people I’ve encountered over the last 15 years, I’ve met a […]
POLES FAQ: Can I become dependent on using poles? Yes
September 22, 2010 by Jayah Faye Paley
Filed under DVD Updates, Gear, Pole Tips, Poles, Poles for Balance & Mobility
When using poles, do we lose some ability to use balance muscles? Do we become dependent on them? We believe it IS possible to become reliant on your poles. They are helpful in so many ways for helping us enjoy the outdoors. Is it a good idea to occasionally hike on a moderate trail without […]
FAQ: Poles for Hiking: Are two poles better than one? Yes!
September 22, 2010 by Jayah Faye Paley
Filed under DVD Updates, Gear, Poles, Poles for Balance & Mobility, Poles for Hiking
Using two poles enables you to use your WHOLE BODY while walking or hiking. Using one pole can give you a little extra stability, but at a cost. No matter how careful you are, using just one side of your body, can create and even reinforce imbalance. When going downhill, placing one pole in front […]
