The healthiest way to lose weight is to combine a balanced diet with an exercise program. Many people think that running or jogging is the best sport for weight loss, and it may be a good option if you are already in quite good shape. For most overweight people, however, high impact sports like jogging can be extremely bad for their joints and can do more harm than good. Nordic is the perfect, low impact, easy to learn sport for weight loss. With nordic walking you build up muscle, increase your metabolism and burn away the fat, all while not putting any unnecessary strain on your body. In this book, you’ll discover: •A 49-day plan that can be customized to fit any lifestyle •The scientifically proven benefits of walking •How to start a walking program no matter your experience level •Where ‘10,000 steps a day’ comes from and what it means for your health •How to track progress and maximize results •A simple nutrition guide and calorie burn strategies •Tips, tricks and techniques for getting the most out of every walk •A complete guide to outdoor walking as well as indoor walking That is why this book gives you a beginner-safe, joint-friendly interval walking plan based on japanese rehabilitation style research, plus the tai chi walking fundamentals that make you steadier, calmer, and more aligned while you walk. You will get a step-by-step 30 day roadmap, clear ways to measure effort without fancy gear, and easy timing options so you can stop staring at your watch and start enjoying your walk again.