If you’ve noticed more people on casual walks using walking poles to help with their stride, it’s not a mere coincidence. Many are leaning into a specific form of exercise straight from the Nordic countries as part of their wellness routines: Nordic walking. What is Nordic walking? Originally an off-season training method for cross-country skiers, Nordic walking is a form of exercise that incorporates Nordic walking poles while you walk. The benefits of Nordic walkingThe main reason there’s such interest in Nordic walking is that it comes with loads of health benefits.