Diet for Nordic Walkers

• Carbohydrates are the most common source of energy and require less water to digest compared to proteins or fats. They provide valuable and easily accessible fuel that makes it essential to a Nordic walker’s diet.


• Dairy products play an important role in a healthy diet both for nutritional value and personal enjoyment. They help build strong muscles and minimize the possibility of bone fracture. Calories that are from dairy products produce a secondary source of energy for the body but for lactose intolerant people, it is recommended to eat calcium-rich vegetables like spinach.


• Too much walking can sometimes cause torn muscles. Help your body recover and reform those torn muscles by adding protein rich foods to your diet. Fish, meat and poultry are among the rich sources of protein.


• A healthy diet should consist a great deal of fresh fruits which are rich in vitamins and minerals. Vitamin C which can be found in oranges and strawberries boosts your immune system while healthy fibers aid you in reducing the risks of heart disease. According to the recent studies of scientists, fruits have positive effects on brain and are considered as the ultimate brain power.


• Vegetables contain little protein and fat. Like fruits, they are also a rich source of wide variety of vitamins and minerals. An average serving of vegetables contains enough of a particular vitamin or mineral to provide 50% or more of the Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) for an adult.


• It is also necessary to drink plenty of water and fluids to keep yourself hydrated.