Activator Walking Poles: Watch Them in Action & See the Benefits
This quick before/after video shows how Activator poles can dramatically improve gait quality and walking confidence.
WITHOUT Activator poles: Slow gait speed, variable gait (i.e., steps not all the same), small tentative steps, flat foot landing, arms static.
WITH Activator poles: Faster gait speed, less gait variability, longer steps, more-confident steps, noticeable heel strikes, arms active. Hurrah!
Benefits of the Activator Poles
Improve Balance and Stability
Activator walking poles improve balance and stability for people who feel unsteady on their feet, want to walk with greater confidence, or are rebuilding strength while recovering from an injury.
At the same time, walking with Activators engages the muscles of the arms, shoulders, legs, and core providing full-body exercise.
Ideal for Rehab
Healthcare professionals rely on Activator poles to provide safe, effective stability for their clients in rehabilitation settings.
People with weak or arthritic hands find the thick, ergonomic, patented handles comfortable and easy to grip.
Pressing down onto the handles’ large ledges activates the arms and core muscles and encourages a more-upright and tall posture.
Clients say they appreciate the simple grab-and-go strapless design since straps can be a nuisance to manage. (Research indicates that exercising with poles with straps may increase the risk of “skier’s thumb” in the event of a fall.)
The Urban Poling website offers numerous articles, videos, and other training information to make learning easy.
