13 Remarkable Health Benefits of Getting Outdoors
Posted February 19, 2020 at 9:01 am by Tim Dustrude
Today we have a guest post from TripOutside.com on the Benefits of Getting Outdoors…
By Julie Singh
If you’re a self-professed homebody, you could seriously benefit from a change of scenery. Spending time in nature could improve your physical and mental health, ward off illness, and actually make you happier!
As the Father of Western Medicine, Hippocrates, once said, “Nature itself is the best physician.” If you’re curious about the health benefits you can reap from being outside, read on! Below, we cover 13 reasons to soak up everything nature has to offer. Read on for the best benefits of getting outdoors.
Photo by Toomas Tartes
1. Being in Nature Boosts Life Satisfaction
If you’ve been feeling blue, visit somewhere green! A recent study found that men and women who spent just 20 minutes in a park setting reported a 64% hike in life satisfaction. (hike- HA, see what we did there?)
The best news? Participants’ satisfaction levels had nothing to do with physical activity! Simply visiting the park boosted well-being. Of course, movement adds a plethora of additional health benefits.
Continue reading at TripOutside.com…
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Categories: Health & Wellness, Nature, Recreation
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