{"id":453,"date":"2022-07-01T15:45:39","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T14:45:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/?p=453"},"modified":"2025-12-05T08:16:06","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T08:16:06","slug":"how-to-use-walking-poles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/how-to-use-walking-poles\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Use Walking Poles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Wondering why you should use walking poles on your next hike? Curious about how they can boost your stability, reduce fatigue, and improve your overall outdoor experience? This guide answers your key questions on using trekking poles effectively, from fitting and technique to surprising extra benefits.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-oswald-font-family\" id=\"1-is-camping-with-kids-a-nightmare\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">In SHORT&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em; text-align: left; --ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 256 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23000000&quot; d=&quot;M160 64c0-11.8-6.5-22.6-16.9-28.2s-23-5-32.9 1.6l-96 64C-.5 111.2-4.4 131 5.4 145.8s29.7 18.7 44.4 8.9L96 123.8V416H32c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32h96 96c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32H160V64z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); 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It\u00a0will provide huge benefits if they fit you properly and you understand the techniques required.<br \/>Here are some useful tips and advice on how to get the most out of your poles so you can enjoy your adventures more, be safer and improve your fitness.<\/p>\n<h1>Why You Should Use Walking Poles<\/h1>\n<p>Rather obviously,\u00a0using a pair of trekking poles is like having another set of feet.<br \/>They will provide extra footing on uneven terrain, on river and stream crossings.<br \/>They will also support your weight when tackling steep ascents and descents.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2022\/05\/MicrosoftTeams-image-16.png\" alt=\"Paul walking with walking poles along Pen Y Fan\" width=\"1870\" height=\"872\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Reduced Body Stress<\/h3>\n<p>Using a pair of poles dramatically reduces the stress placed on joints, tendons\u00a0and muscles.<br \/>The simple act of pushing down on the poles reduces your body weight.<br \/>Try standing on a set of scales with a set of poles held gently in your hands and placed on the floor to see how much lighter you become.<br \/>Now imagine that weight reduction from every stride taken on every mile walked and it\u2019s clear how beneficial they can be.<br \/>By developing a good technique,\u00a0your posture will improve, your breathing will be easier and perceived exertion will be reduced.<br \/>A good technique is particularly beneficial when carrying a heavy pack.<br \/>You will feel fresher at the end of your\u00a0walk\u00a0and you\u2019ll ache less the following day.<\/p>\n<h3>Why you should use walking poles- Traction and Propulsion<\/h3>\n<p>With a pair of poles, it\u2019s like having 4-wheel drive. You have 2 added contact points from which to push off. Nordic walkers and cross-country skiers have developed the technique to push off from their poles providing massive additional propulsion. Walkers can also benefit from that technique and gain an extra \u201cpush\u201d to reduce exertion.The \u201cskiing\u201d technique also gives you a full-body workout and increases cardiovascular activity.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2022\/07\/colby-winfield-hHdJNsiCzfI-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Getting the perfect fit: Adjusting Walking Pole Straps<\/h2>\n<p>Right, you&#8217;re now suitably convinced why you should use walking poles. Now, how do you get started?<br \/>It is really important\u00a0to use the strap and handle correctly.<br \/>The strap is not just there to stop you from losing the poles. It\u2019s\u00a0there to provide an integral link and aid with propulsion.<\/p>\n<p>Slide your hand UP through the loop and then adjust the size so that it is snug, but not too tight.<br \/>Relax your grip and open your hand so that the strap lies flat over the back of your hand and then comes together between your thumb and forefinger.<br \/>You\u2019ll notice that the strap has a twist built-in which allows it to follow the contour of your hand and lie flat.<br \/>If you push down,\u00a0you should feel the weight being taken across your whole hand.<br \/>There is no need to grip the handle tightly when using poles as this can cause tendon strain over time.<br \/>Your hand should remain relaxed and let the strap do the work.\u00a0This method allows you to\u00a0retain\u00a0control of the pole and be fully supported by the strap.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2022\/05\/MicrosoftTeams-image-17-e1653468618265.png\" alt=\"Adjust the hand loop\" width=\"1809\" height=\"823\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Set the Correct Length<\/h3>\n<p>There is no exact science about the\u00a0correct\u00a0pole length.\u00a0As you become used to using them,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0want to experiment with the length.<\/p>\n<p>But to get you started,\u00a0stand nice and upright and hold the poles (correctly) with the tips on the floor. Your elbows should now be at an angle of about 90\u00b0.<\/p>\n<p>When you adjust the\u00a0length\u00a0please ensure that the overall length is divided equally between the sections. Avoid having one section all the way out and one section all the way in.\u00a0We\u2019d\u00a0recommend\u00a0making\u00a0a note of how long each section is.\u00a0We\u2019ll\u00a0cover why later.<\/p>\n<h2>Why You Should Use Walking Poles : How to Walk With Poles<\/h2>\n<h3>Learning the Technique<\/h3>\n<p>Walkers can really benefit from a version of the skiing technique used by Nordic walkers and skiers. If you\u2019ve ever\u00a0seen\u00a0someone\u00a0cross country skiing,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0be aware of this technique. The simplest way to learn is to find a flat piece of ground large enough to walk comfortably, a football pitch or park is ideal.<\/p>\n<h3>Getting started<\/h3>\n<p>Hold your poles correctly (as described above) and then hang your arms loosely by your sides with the poles angled backward and the tips dragging on the floor behind you.\u00a0Start to walk normally with your arms by your side and just let the poles drag along the floor.<\/p>\n<h3>Adding Arm Movement<\/h3>\n<p>Now repeat step 2 but allow your arms to swing freely from the shoulder. Try not to think about what the poles are doing.\u00a0If you become confused and get all tangled up with the poles,\u00a0just go back to step 2 and start again.\u00a0As you swing your hands forward and\u00a0upwards,\u00a0you\u2019ll notice that the tips of the poles will stay in contact with the ground.<\/p>\n<h3>Building Momentum<\/h3>\n<p>As you swing your hand backwards,\u00a0you\u2019ll notice the resistance as you push against the pole contact point.\u00a0Keep practicing until you become comfortable with swinging the pole freely and pushing off backward, through the strap, against the contact point. This provides propulsion and support and as you push backward and downwards, in effect un-weighting yourself.<\/p>\n<h3>Arm position and Stride<\/h3>\n<p>Try to keep your arms soft and relaxed with your hands. Do not rise them higher than the position you\u2019d typically adopt when shaking hands with someone. You may notice that your stride naturally lengthens. This is a good thing, and that the contact point for the pole tip is approximately mid-stride. As you push off against the pole try to use your whole arm, from the shoulder and not from the elbow. Keep practicing and with time this technique will feel totally natural and you\u2019ll wonder how you ever managed to walk without poles. It\u2019s worth noting that this technique works perfectly on flat even ground. It can also be adapted to suit uneven terrain, it just takes practice.<\/p>\n<h3>Adapting for Uphill and Downhill Walking<\/h3>\n<p>When walking uphill, you may find it beneficial to remove your hands from the straps and grip the pole slightly lower down to compensate for the gradient of the terrain. Conversely, when descending, we\u2019d recommend extending your poles. This will allow you to place the poles in front of you to take some of the stress off your knees and to provide greater stability. We would also recommend removing your hands from the straps when descending \u2014 if you happen to take a tumble, you\u2019ll be able to ditch the poles and save yourself.<\/p>\n<h3>One Pole or Two<\/h3>\n<p>All of the above benefits and techniques will only apply if you use two poles. One pole may be sufficient if you are traveling\u00a0over easy flat terrain and you are not carrying a pack. When you use two poles you can take advantage of all of the benefits, including the increase in fitness that comes with developing a good technique. This way helps\u00a0 you use your whole body, not just your legs.<\/p>\n<h2>Don&#8217;t worry, they don&#8217;t have to be used <i>all<\/i> the time<\/h2>\n<p>Understandably, you might not want to use your poles for the entirety of your walk. For example, if your route includes a scramble. Most poles can be folded away to a fraction of their original size and stashed on\/in your pack. Most technical rucksacks will include some sort of pole storage.<\/p>\n<h2>Why You Should Use Walking Poles: Some Other Uses for them&#8230;<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Shelter:\u00a0You can use your trekking poles to set up a tarp for shelter. There are even specific trekking pole tents that are supplied without poles.<\/li>\n<li>Photography:\u00a0Turn your pole into a monopod,\u00a0either\u00a0with a built-in camera mount on the handle\u00a0or\u00a0by\u00a0using\u00a0a small tripod\u00a0strapped onto the handle.<\/li>\n<li>Path clearing:\u00a0Tall\u00a0bracken, spider webs, low hanging branches etc. All can be brushed aside with a sweep of your trekking pole.<\/li>\n<li>Probe:\u00a0When crossing streams or rivers,\u00a0your trekking poles can indicate the strength of flow and depth of water. Similarly, in deep soft snow, or even soft, deep mud!<\/li>\n<li>Protection:\u00a0Fend off those mangy farm dogs with a swipe of your trekking pole or deter curious cows\/goats\/alpaca etc.<\/li>\n<li>Laundry:\u00a0Quickly rig up a washing line using your trekking pole and enjoy the luxury of clean socks\u00a0and dry gloves!<\/li>\n<li>Chair:\u00a0Use a trekking pole (shortened) to prop up your rucksack to create a comfy backrest whilst sitting on a sleeping mat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The case for walking poles adoption<\/h2>\n<p>Hopefully that\u2019s convinced you that a good set of trekking poles are a worthy investment. If you\u2019ve got any questions, feel free to email us (support@trekitt.co.uk) or contact us on any of our social media channels.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve also made a helpful <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/WP2P6tZdmH4?utm_source=BLOG+%7C+01.07.22+%7C+Trekking+Poles+%7C+Video+URL+Link&amp;utm_medium=BLOG+%7C+01.07.22+%7C+Trekking+Poles+%7C+Video+URL+Link&amp;utm_campaign=BLOG+%7C+01.07.22+%7C+Trekking+Poles+%7C+Video+URL+Link&amp;utm_id=BLOG+%7C+01.07.22+%7C+Trekking+Poles+%7C+Video+URL+Link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">video<\/a> with this same information if you\u2019re more of a visual learner. 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