Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Outside Reading: Personal Benefits of Hiking

11/30/2016

The most important thing I took from this article states, " “Hiking exercises your body and your mind, and nourishes your imagination,”  (Ignacio Malpica) which sums up this entire class for me. I always thought of hiking as a way to lose weight or gain strength  but now I know you can also use it for mental health, spirituality, and a way to gain relationships. 

Other than that statement, the article brings up so many health benefits from hiking for adults and children including longer life span, better bones, better blood sugar and cholesterol  and less of a chance of being overweight. 

While the physical health benefits of hiking are awesome, I think it is very important to also note how much it can help your emotional and mental state along with your personal life. Hiking is so beneficial for anyone of any age. 

Article: http://www.goodhiker.com/2011/05/25/health-benefits-hiking/

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