THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS OF HIKING
There are many therapeutic benefits of hiking:
first and foremost excellent aerobic and strengthening exercise
challenges balance skills when walking on grass, dirt, stones, uphill and downhill
physical activity in general positively affects concentration, elevates mood, enhances creativity and facilitates memory
increases sense of accomplishment
the whole family benefits from the physical activity and participates in quality, screen-free time together
calming sensation from being outdoors in nature
