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Benefits of using Adjustable Trekking Poles by Leki.Benefits of Using Hiking Poles. The problem is that continual pounding, especially with a heavy pack, takes its toll of the knee joints and feet. While the feet (and to a lesser extent the knees) can be helped by shock-absorbant insoles (Sorbathane etc.) the best way to help your knees is to use adjustable trekking poles by Leki. Research by Dr. G. Neureuther, in 1981, showed that the strain reduction on the knees over an 8 hour period added up a massive 250 tons! You can try a simple experiment yourselves by putting on a backpack and standing on a pair of scales. Now push down on your trekking poles; you don't have to apply much pressure to see your weight reduce noticably! If you are lucky to have fit & strong knees, all well and good, but if your knees are giving you trouble at the end of the day, especially after a long downhill trek, it is recommended that you use trekking poles or walking sticks to reduce the cumulative pounding effect that your knees are subject to. It would be wise to first seek professional advice from a sports specialist or podiatrist though, as specially shaped insoles to correct a defective gait may be all that is neccessary, but certainly the extra weight reduction afforded by a pair of light weight, comfortable trekking poles will make for much more enjoyable hiking. After all, you're going out to enjoy yourself not to end up a cripple at the end of the day, dreading the next day! To help you prepare for your walk, one of the best ways is cycling or low-impact excercises to strengthen the muscles around the knees, a few weeks before your trip. Your sports specialist will be able to advise on a routine to suit you. Now you just need to decide on a trekking pole to suit you. Choose from the latest range of Leki poles below:- Mountain Trek Ultralite Ti Trail Series Travel Series National Geographic To enable you to choose the pair of trekking poles just right for you, simply click through to our merchant sites now. Would you like to know how to massively boost hits on your site? It costs nothing to look!
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