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What\u2019s the first thing that pops into your mind when you hear about fitness?<\/p>\n
If it includes grueling runs on a treadmill, endless cycling on a stationary bike or even the climbing on a Stairmaster machine, know that you are not alone.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s true, those activities are one way to improve your fitness, but you don\u2019t have to limit yourself and do things you don\u2019t fully enjoy just because you\u00a0 need to get time in in the gym. At the end of the day, enjoying your fitness journey is just as important as reaching your fitness goals.<\/p>\n
Here is the deal you guys, if you are looking to get in some fitness time and you are also looking to clear your mind, enjoy fresh air, and melt the stress away, hiking<\/strong> is the best way foroute for you to go.<\/p>\n It doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re just starting out, hiking is for absolutely everyone. Whether you want to improve your endurance for a sport, get \u00a0more fit, work on your cardio or just get out in nature and enjoy the scenery, you can\u2019t go wrong with a hike.<\/p>\n Hiking and the outdoors is fun, it\u2019s challenging, it\u2019s motivating, and you get to meet like-minded individuals. And it doesn\u2019t end there, there are many many benefits and different ways to be outside and be into fitness and mind clearing!<\/p>\n As humans we have always thrived in nature. Research shows that people who spend the majority of their time in the city, on too many electronics and away from nature, suffer from higher rates of depression. Researchers have also found a positive correlation between spending time in nature, moving, breathing fresh air and with having a lower incidence of depression, anxiety and stress.<\/p>\n It\u2019s clear that spending more time in nature makes us happier, more enthusiastic, and more optimistic people. Just think about that!<\/p>\n Do you recall a weekend where you stayed in, away from people and nature, surrounded by social media and technology? How did you feel on Sunday evening? I would say probably not so good.<\/p>\n Now think back to another weekend where you immersed yourself in nature, surrounded by trees and dirt and other people\u2026 or even alone. Maybe you were on the beach, in the forest, or hiking in the mountains. How did you feel on Sunday evening? Pretty optimistic and energized would be my guess. DO NO FORGET the benefits are endless!<\/p>\n