CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Walking by itself is fantastic exercise. Walking with spring-loaded poles? Even better. In addition to the many benefits of walking, toting a form of resistance offers a workout for ...

Not so long ago, trekking poles, high-tech hiking sticks with ergonomic grips and spring-loaded suspensions, were used only by the most serious professional wilderness guides in the United States.

Walking poles can help with balance and reduce strain on your joints. Adjusting trekking poles so your elbow is bent helps you to use them properly. The right walking poles can make your walks safer ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In case you missed it, good ol' fashioned walking is so trendy. You can dabble in cozy cardio, rucking, ...

According to the American Nordic Walking Association, walking with poles burns more than 40 percent more calories per hour and works more muscles than normal walking. Swedish company BungyPump ...

The Independent and Yahoo will earn a commission from purchases made via links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. A reliable pair of walking poles can be an essential ...

Long days in the hills can be brutal on your knees and ankles – especially when the terrain’s rocky, muddy or just plain unpredictable. Every steep descent sends more strain through your lower joints, ...

Trekking poles, hiking poles, walking sticks. Whatever you call them, these thin metal shafts can make a world of difference while you’re hiking or walking. And no, using the best trekking poles isn’t ...

In my early days of thru-hiking, I was vehemently against carrying trekking poles. I saw them as unnecessary, something that my parents or grandparents would use. In short, I regarded them as ...