Nordic walking significantly reduces depression symptoms in as little as five weeks, trial finds (opens in new tab)

Walking with poles is often associated with trekking, but these accessories are part of a very effective aerobic activity called Nordic walking. The specially designed poles make it a full-body exercise that engages up to 90% of the body's muscles, turning regular walking into a more intensive workout. Nordic walking originated in Finland as a summer training method for cross-country skiers, but today it is popular among non-skiers as well for its health benefits.