Upcoming Podcast: Learn More About Twitchy Woman
You may have heard that we have an upcoming podcast with Twitchy Woman, aka Sharon Krischer and we couldn’t be more thrilled! The Parkinson’s Foundation featured an inspiring piece on Sharon and her Parkinson’s journey and we want to share it with you. In 2007 Sharon noticed occasional twitching in her right foot that would […]
Happy Valentine’s Day from Urban Poling!
Valentine’s Day is all about love, not just for couples, but for all forms of love. February is also National Heart Month. Treat your heart in more ways than one! This Valentine’s Day Urban Poling is here to help you get everything for her! Our 4Life poles are available for $89.99 with free pink boot […]
Teaching Urban Poling in Covid Times, Blessing or Curse?
Recently one of our long-time instructors Laura Clements wrote an amazing article on teaching Urban Poling during Covid. She was inspired after coming across our booth at a CanFitPro conference in Toronto after spending the day with her grandfather who was approaching 100 years old, and he walked with a similar straight arm swing, upright […]
Make February About More Than Candy Hearts!
Train UP your heart! February is National Heart Month around the world! Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number 1 cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year, according to the WHO. The greatest risks to heart health are an unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, tobacco, and harmful use of alcohol. Some conditions that increase […]
April is Parkinson’s Awareness month
Parkinson’s Awareness Month RECORDED | Restoring Gait & Finding a New Sense of Balance with Parkinson’s Every Step of the Way https://vimeo.com/545107548/c9caaea989 Join us to learn about the life altering impact of adding the evidence based Activator® Program to support those living with Parkinson’s. Hear testimonials from internationally recognized bloggers with PD, podcasters, and worldwide rehabilitation […]
We’ve Got Your Back!
Lower back pain is being felt by all and working from home hasn’t helped! Long hours sitting in the same spot day after day, meeting after meeting, is wreaking havoc on your lower back. A fancy ergonomic chair may be able to help but forget the expense, we have 6 tips for you! Spine-health.com has […]
Vestibular
Vestibular disorders In addition to the many health benefits of walking with poles, using the unique ACTIVATOR℗ Poles may provide superior support when walking by encouraging proper posture, better balance and overall improved stability. The use of these poles has also been shown to improve common symptoms related to vestibular disorders. The specialized ACTIVATOR℗ Poles […]
Helping Those Who Help Others on the Road to Recovery
January is not only the first month of the year but it’s also March of Dimes Canada Caregiver month and we would like to celebrate our partnership with this dynamic organization and their valuable role in supporting not only those who have suffered a stroke but their caregivers as well. March of Dimes Canada offers […]
Let’s Bring in the New Year with a New and Improved You!
Happy New Year everyone! Yes, it’s that time of year again as we start 2021 with renewed hope, energy, and optimism while getting back to basics and routines. January not only marks the start of the calendar year but also a commitment to a new and improved you. There’s no time like the present to […]
Twitchy Woman: Have You Tried Poling?
Check out Sharon’s Website: https://twitchywoman.com/2020/11/12/have-you-tried-poling/ (The following review/opinion is strictly my own. Urban Poling provided the walking poles and accessories to me at no charge and allowed me to keep the poles, after the review was completed. I was not compensated monetarily for this review. In no way, did receiving the poles at no charge, […]