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Creating an instructional DVD of Nordic Walking and compensation exercises for seniors
VEITHOVÁ, Monika
The aim of this study was to design and verify 5 month long Nordic Walking exercise program for seniors. The participants learnt proper techniques and gained physical power, after undergo the program. The theoretical part of this study discusses history of Nordic Walking, appropriate equipment and general characteristics of Nordic Walking including applicable walking techniques, overall influence on health and main principles of compensatory exercises. The methodology contains an instructional DVD. The Kasch step-test was used to evaluate physical mobility, physical power and muscle gain, according to Janda's hypermobility test. The results enhance common knowledge about Nordic Walking and put some improvement in practise.

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