Nordic Walking

Some old friends visited earlier this month (a pre-birthday visit, with flowers, cake, wine and balloons!)


And while the boys were out mountain biking, I was introduced to the joys of nordic walking. 

Took a while to get the hang of coordinating the arm and leg action - but the poles definitely give you some added oomph on the hills.


Fast forward to later in the month, and one of the warmer days of the year - walked into town (with my own set of poles) and made my first ascent (in all these years) of Pen Dinas. 

Fantastic views from the top:

Far too hot though - Martin went on to also climb Constitution Hill - I had a cider on the end of the Pier!

The poles have had a few outings since - and it looks like Martin may get some too.  Also looking at some sturdier walking poles for hill walking.