There is nothing better than the feeling of serenity after you’ve spent your day in your favorite outdoor activity. And there are so many things you can enjoy outside, far away from your home or your job. Go outside and breathe fresh air, stretch your muscles, and meet some new and interesting people.
Whether you are an adrenaline addict, a recreational athlete, or you are just planning to start a new and healthy lifestyle, here are some activities you can try out.
Hiking
A clever way to clear your mind is to include hiking in your everyday life. The sedentary way of life is draining your body and it is recommended to go to nature at least twice a month. And there is no better way to enjoy in nature than a hike.
Choose a route according to your preferences and stamina. If you are in better shape, try out some of the more demanding tracks to get the most out of a hike. Your day will end with sore muscles, an occasional scratch and the feeling of exhaustion, but you will fall asleep with a smile.
Yoga
When someone mentions this ancient Indian discipline, people often imagine a person in a room surrounded with scented candles, listening to new age music. But take yoga outside and you will feel a whole new kind of experience. Make sure to find quiet surroundings where you can immerse into another state of mind. The best experience comes from practicing yoga in beautiful surroundings, like a beach, a hillside with a beautiful view, or even in a beautifully arranged park.
It will help you sharpen your focus and broaden your horizons. So start your day with the sun salutations during sunrise and dive in the new day refreshed by this beautiful exercise.
Skating
When we are speaking about skating, we are speaking about fun. It is a great way to get in shape, develop flexibility and coordination, relieve stress and find new friends. Also, skating is a series of falling down and getting up, so it is a great way to learn how to cope with failure while doing something entertaining.
If you want to roam the streets and perform an occasional trick, look among some of the many quality cruiser skateboards. If you are more interested in performing tricks and you want to experience the adrenaline rush of skating in skate pools or ramps, you should try out a shortboard or an old school board.
Swimming
Swimming outdoors is great for your body and soul. The open space gives you the feeling of freedom because you can swim anywhere without the concern of cutting someone’s swimming path. Cold water accelerates your metabolism and gives you a strong energy lift up.
If you often swim outdoors, that means you are spending a lot of time in the sun, which is great for your health. It improves your mood because it triggers the release of serotonin, a feel-good hormone. It also boosts your immune system and prevents many diseases.
Rock climbing
This is a great activity if you want to challenge yourself and leave your comfort zone. It combines cardio and strength and requires good hand-eye coordination.
It requires mental strength because you need to effectively navigate through various routes. Those routes are called problems, so you have to have good problem-solving skills. You have to calculate your current position and energy level, and then choose your next movement.
All of these activities will make you feel more alive. Whether you experience an adrenaline rush while rock climbing, hiking and skating, or you are reaching your inner self while swimming or doing yoga, these outdoor activities will change your everyday life.
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