Adjust pole length so your elbow is bent about 90 degrees when the tip is on the ground
Hold the grips lightly with relaxed hands
Place the poles slightly behind your body as you walk
Swing the opposite arm and leg together naturally
Plant each pole near your heel or midfoot as the opposite foot steps forward
Push gently through the pole to help propel yourself
Keep your shoulders relaxed and your posture upright
Use shorter pole plants on flat ground
Shorten the poles for uphill sections
Lengthen the poles slightly for downhill sections
Keep the tips angled backward when planted
Use wrist straps correctly so your hands can open and close while walking
Maintain a steady rhythm
Avoid planting the poles too far in front of your body
Check pole tips and baskets before use
Practice on flat terrain before using them on hills or rough trails