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.

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Several years ago, while hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon with my family, my wife, Esther, developed “canyon knee,” also known as “hiker’s knee” or, in medical terms, “patellar tendinitis.” ...

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 ...

Nordic walking isn’t just a great way to get your steps in. The fitness trend involves walking with long poles—similar to ski poles or hiking sticks—giving you a full-body workout every time you take ...

In Europe and other spots around the globe, it’s common to see people striding around the countryside with trekking poles in hand. Many folks even click their way through city centers with these poles ...