More than 700 people across Bicester, Banbury and Kidlington have taken up the latest keep-fit craze of Nordic walking, run by Cher-well District Council.
The council runs a short course of four sessions for £10, and once complete people can join volunteer-led walks for free.
Cherwell member for environment James Macnamara said: “Nordic walking is one of the fastest-growing exercise activities in the world. It offers a unique way to keep fit and enjoy the outdoors.
“Because of the special poles you walk with, you can burn up to 46 per cent more calories than normal walking as well as red-ucing pressure on your joints.
And as these courses are brought to us in partnership with GO Active they don’t cost Cherwell council tax payers a penny to put on.”
For more details email hazel.field@cherwell-dc.gov.uk or call 01295 221715.
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