Ive heard that nordic walking is a sport and also that it is a keep fit exercise. Why then do you refer to it as an easy comfortable way of walking?
I say that you may use the nordic walking technique in whatever way you like best. Many people do use it as an intensive aerobic all-over body workout and as a complement to their exercise regime in the gym. I personally like to use it as a very comfortable and invigorating way to walk across Exmoor. I find that I can cover the country and go up and downhill far far more easily than when I walk ordinarily without my poles. Almost as a side effect, I have become much fitter, my knees don’t suffer so much going downhill, and I can walk far greater distances than before. I’ve also joined with other nordic walkers to support charity fun runs/walks.
