Walking sticks are a good accessory for those who like to go hiking. The stick gives hikers added stability when walking over rocky and uneven spots. But a walking stick can also be a great accessory for exercising, and will help boost your regular walking routine by implement your arms as well, and you can use a stick to hold you steady through other exercises. Bring your walking stick along with you the next time you head out on a fitness walk, and change up your routine for a fun exercise session.
Step 1
Chose a comfortable walking stick. Go with a plain stick that you've found outside and sanded down, or purchase a pole from a hiking goods store. Choose one that is comfortable to hold, and one that is no taller than your shoulder so that you're able to hike with ease.
Step 2
Start at a brisk pace, using your walking stick to help propel you forward. Concentrate on your arm movements and focus on using your arms while you walk, pressing down on the handle of the walking stick as you move. Walk briskly for 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 3
Stop walking, and use your stick to support you while you do 15 lunges on each leg. Hold the stick out in front of you with your right hand while you dip your right knee down. Do this 15 times before switching to your left hand and left leg. This will amp up your walking to affect your calves as well.
Step 4
Walk for another 10 to 15 minutes, then stop again and use your stick to support you while you do 25 squats. Hold the stick in your right hand as you squat down, and use the stick to help balance you as you come back up. The squatting motion should feel much like sitting back into a chair; this will work out your glutes.
Step 5
Walk for another 10 to 15 minutes back home. As long as you've walked briskly, you've given yourself a great cardio workout, worked your legs and even gained strength in your arms.
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