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The impact of Nordic walking compared to non-sporting activities on socialization and well-being

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Pages 155-169 | Published online: 04 Apr 2023
 

Abstract

Nordic walking is practiced in a natural environment and in a collective setting. This sport involves both technical and physical effort and is presented by the federations as an ideal activity to regain a better state of health and an optimal level of well-being. However, no study has demonstrated the impact of this activity, the group, and its environment on the well-being of the participants. This study compares the evolution of socialization and well-being between the practice of Nordic walking and the practice of non-sporting activities in the form of a longitudinal study involving 100 volunteers. The results show that, at the end of the season, Nordic walkers benefit from a better progression of their well-being. Moreover, the practice of a nature sport throughout a season allows participants to improve both the connections between them (socialization) and the level of perceived well-being.

La marche nordique se pratique dans un environnement naturel et dans un cadre collectif. Ce sport implique un effort technique et physique et est présenté par les fédérations comme une activité idéale pour retrouver un meilleur état de santé et un niveau de bien-être optimal. Cependant, aucune étude n’a démontré l’impact de cette activité, du groupe et de son environnement sur le bien-être des participants. Cette étude compare l’évolution de la socialisation et du bien-être entre la pratique de la marche nordique et la pratique d’activités non sportives sous la forme d’une étude longitudinale portant sur 100 bénévoles. Les résultats démontrent qu’en fin de saison, les marcheurs nordiques bénéficient d’une meilleure progression de leur bien-être. Par ailleurs, la pratique d’un sport de nature tout au long d’une saison permet d’améliorer à la fois les liens entre les participants (socialisation) et le niveau de bien-être perçu.

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