Playing golf may be better than Nordic walking for health, study suggests

Italy's Francesco Molinari tees off the 5th during day four of The Open Championship 2019 at Royal Portrush Golf Club.

Playing golf may be just as good – or better – than Nordic walking for older people, a small study suggests.

Nordic walking involves using a specific technique which uses the power of the upper body and walking poles to provide a more vigorous workout than just walking.