What is Nordic walking? -- Learning the basics -- Exerstrider technique -- Why Nordic walk? -- Nordic walking for health -- Nordic walking for active aging -- Nordic walking for weight loss -- Where to walk -- Joining or setting up a group -- Equipment for Nordic walking -- What to wear when Nordic walking -- What to carry when Nordic walking -- Warming up and cooling down -- Advanced technique -- Progression -- Ski fitness programme -- Common faults and how to correct them -- Mindful Nordic walking -- Professional use of Nordic walking -- Research into the benefits of Nordic walking -- A history and the worldwide scene -- Taking things further.