LEWISTON – Rita Myrick newly certified Nordic walking instructor, will give free Nordic walking demonstrations/clinics to introduce L/A to the fitness walking.

Myrick will give demonstrations at 10 a.m. Saturdays, starting April 25, at Simard-Payne Park, rain or shine. She will also give a presentation to business leaders or their wellness coordinators from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at the Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce Business Center.

Preregistration guarantees a pair of demo poles. Register by calling 754-9944 or e-mailing [email protected]. No registration is needed for the presentation at the conference center.

Nordic walking increases the heart rate without increasing the perceived rate of exertion. When done correctly, it works the core, arms, shoulders, back and chest through a full range of motion, stretching and lengthening muscles. Nordic walking is for everyone.