Nordic Body

Nordic Body Malin is the CEO & Founder of Nordic Body - a walking & fitness club for women 50+. The first 1-mile walking loop opened in Santa Monica on June 29, 2019.

Whether she works out Jane Fonda or women who have never worked out – her mission is the same: to strengthen the body & mind to age powerfully! Originally from Sweden, Malin Svensson came to Los Angeles in 1989 with a master’s degree in Physical Education and became certified by NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) in 2000. A former nationally ranked runner with over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry, Malin is the CEO & Founder of Nordic Body - a walking and fitness club committed to inspiring the 50+ crowd to live a fun, healthy, and fulfilling life by providing 360-degree support from online to live programs including holistic fitness retreats, private sessions, workshops, and community classes. Malin is also an International Fitness Coach/Author/Speaker and her third published book “WAKE UP Your Body + Mind After 50!” launched on November 17, 2020. Whether she works out fitness guru Jane Fonda or people that have never worked out a day in their lives – her mission is the same: to strengthen the body and mind to age with confidence. Malin has been featured as a walking and fitness expert in several media outlets like CBS Los Angeles, LA Times, The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Fitness magazine. She brought Nordic Walking to North America in 2002 and is one of the leading authorities in Nordic Walking worldwide. Her passion for making a difference in people’s wellbeing is further expressed by her organization Adopt-A-Walk.

This is why I do this. 💙 Nordic Body® Walk isn't about pushing harder. It's about moving smarter — and the results tend ...
09/07/2026

This is why I do this. 💙

Nordic Body® Walk isn't about pushing harder. It's about moving smarter — and the results tend to show up faster than people expect.

Fall classes start September 15 in Playa Vista. Sign up here: https://www.nordicbody.com/nordic-body-walk-1

09/05/2026

Why does this brief but intense cardio matter so much for us women 50+? ❤️

Because our VO2 max — our body’s ability to use oxygen — starts declining as we age, and that decline predicts how independent and strong we stay later in life.💪

It is genuinely scary how fast the body can decline if we let it coast. Dr. Stacy Sims Dr. Stacy T. Sims and Dr. Vonda Wright Dr Vonda Wright | Surgeon have both been vocal about this — sprint intervals and high-intensity work aren’t optional extras for women our age, they’re one of the most protective things we can do against frailty. 👏

If you’re just starting out: you don’t need a treadmill sprint. Find a hill outside, or use a treadmill with adjustable incline, and just build gradually — increase your walking speed a little, add a bit of incline, and always warm up first. If you don’t have access to a steep hill, let me know in a comment and I’ll help you find something else to do. Meet your body where it is today.👍

Here’s what I do 1-2 times a week: -Sprint intervals on a 15% - 20% incline. 6.5 mph.
-30 seconds on, then rest until my heart rate comes back down — sometimes a minute, sometimes two. -I do this 5-6 times, always after a real warm-up (today: 30 minutes of brisk walking before I even got on the treadmill).

Here’s the thing — I’ve always loved high incline walking for my HIIT work. But lately, when I push the speed up, my body just naturally wants to sprint. So I’m leaning into it.

😳We can’t afford to get comfortable with where we are. We have to keep training — for the life we want to live at 70, 80, 90 and beyond.

Keep it simple. Keep it healthy.🥰

Still just walking. Just... a lot more effective. Here's what changes when you add the poles and the technique:🔥 Burn up...
09/05/2026

Still just walking. Just... a lot more effective.

Here's what changes when you add the poles and the technique:
🔥 Burn up to 46% more calories — without pushing harder
💪 Full-body strength — arms, core, back all engaged
🦴 Easier on your joints — less pressure on ankles, knees, hips
👭 Real connection — walking alongside women who get it

This is the whole idea behind Nordic Body® Walk: take something you already do every day, and teach your body to do it better.

Fall classes start September 15 in Playa Vista. Sign up here: https://www.nordicbody.com/nordic-body-walk-1

✨ Women 50+, this one’s for us! 💪As estrogen levels decline, maintaining muscle, bone strength, balance, and mobility be...
09/02/2026

✨ Women 50+, this one’s for us! 💪

As estrogen levels decline, maintaining muscle, bone strength, balance, and mobility becomes more important than ever. Strength training can help us stay strong, capable, and confident as we age.

Join Jane Fonda’s trainer, Malin Svensson, for a LIVE online strength workout designed specifically for women 50+. Malin guides you through nine strength-building exercises with three difficulty levels, plus the Nordic Body Dynamic Drill of the Month to work on balance, coordination, mobility, and more.

📅 Next LIVE Workout: September 5 at 9 AM PST

Want to join for just one class? Sign up here:
https://www.nordicbody.com/calendar

Want ongoing motivation, support, and monthly workouts? Explore the EXPERIENCE Online Membership:
https://www.nordicbody.com/experience/

Let’s stay strong, active, and confident at every age. 💪

An absolutely magical night in Los Angeles - felt like we traveled to Italy for the evening. Thank you Patty and Richard...
08/30/2026

An absolutely magical night in Los Angeles - felt like we traveled to Italy for the evening. Thank you Patty and Richard 🙏❤️🎶

Kind of chic to read how AI describes my company Nordic Body! 💪❤️Not 100% accurate but pretty close 👏
08/28/2026

Kind of chic to read how AI describes my company Nordic Body! 💪❤️

Not 100% accurate but pretty close 👏

✨ It’s never too late to feel strong, vibrant, and confident in your own body. Discover Wake Up Your Body + Mind After 5...
08/25/2026

✨ It’s never too late to feel strong, vibrant, and confident in your own body.
Discover Wake Up Your Body + Mind After 50! by Malin Svensson – a simple, proven guide to staying active, reducing aches, and living life to the fullest.

📖 Start your journey today ➡️ https://shorturl.at/8YidE

08/22/2026

Squats: One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Body After 50 💪

Watch Betty working the TRX and Delphine using a wall ball with added weights — two totally different squat variations, same powerful benefits.

Why squats matter so much for women 50+:
Leg strength isn’t just about looking toned — it’s functional strength that keeps you independent. Studies show stronger legs are linked to up to a 45% lower risk of cognitive decline. Your legs and your brain are more connected than you think.

You can do this at home — no gym required:
Grab a sturdy chair and put it right behind you as a landmark. If sitting all the way down feels intimidating, the chair is your safety net.

Line everything up: all 10 toes facing forward, kneecaps tracking straight ahead. Lower down slowly and with control — use your glutes as the brake, not gravity. Then push through your heels and bring some energy into standing back up.

Make it your own:
∙ Knees not loving full range? Only go as low as feels pain-free — then hold that spot as an isometric squat for 30–60 seconds, until your quads start to burn. Same strength benefits, zero pain.
∙ Common mistake: leaning too far forward. Check yourself in a mirror — if your chest stays up and you can see your reflection, you’re not overcompensating.

Ready to level up?
∙ Add weights in your hands
∙ Add a stability ball against the wall for support and range of motion
∙ Try TRX or hold onto something sturdy to safely deepen the movement

Strong legs = a strong foundation for everything else. 🦵✨

Want to build this into your routine? Join me LIVE for Strength Training class every Monday at 5:30 PM — or become a member for full access to our workout video library, so you can train on your own schedule. “Nordic Body Classes Online” link in bio to get started. 👆

We also have memberships where you get access to the workout video (Experience, Commit, Transform)

Fall Nordic Body® Walk classes are officially open! 🍂If you've ever wondered why I've been obsessed with walking poles s...
08/21/2026

Fall Nordic Body® Walk classes are officially open! 🍂

If you've ever wondered why I've been obsessed with walking poles since 2002 — this is why. Nordic Body® Walk turns your daily walk into a full-body workout: up to 46% more calories burned, your arms and core doing real work, and way less stress on your knees and hips.

I teach this in person just once a year, right here in Playa Vista. Only 20 spots per class.
Classes run Tuesdays & Wednesdays, September 15–30.

Reserve your spot now: http://nordicbody.com/nordic-body-walk

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