REMARKABLE

BENEFITS OF

HIKING

Hiking or trekking is an outdoor activity that is

becoming more and more popular. There are several reasons

why people like to engage in this activity. This article reveals

many of the benefits of hiking.

Roger Carr

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Remarkable Benefits of Hiking

by Roger Carr

Hiking or trekking is an outdoor activity that is becoming more

and more popular. There are several reasons why people like to

engage in this activity. However, one of the most notable motivations

for hiking is it numerous advantages in terms of health. Here are

several benefits of hiking:

Trekking as a Great Exercise

Everyone knows that walking is one of the best activities that

you can do. Walking allows you to move most of the muscles in your

body, strengthening your core. Besides that, it helps with the correct

circulation in your body. The best thing about this sort of exercise is

that you can set your limits and go further in terms of difficulty as you

are able. This is true of hiking as well.

Remarkable Mode for Weight Loss

You really do not need to do those very heavy and strenuous

workout routines in the gym. 30 minutes to an hour a day is enough,

as long as it is done often. Some experts say that at least 3-4 times a

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week will do well. Before you hike a very long and difficult trail, you

should not forget to limber up or stretch.

Preventing Detrimental Health Issues

Obesity is one of the biggest problems among Americans. This

goes hand in hand with diabetes and other cardiac problems. Walking,

a very simple and easy activity can combat those problems. The great

thing about hiking or trekking is that this is a step higher and more

complex than walking. If walking can help you, hiking definitely can

work even better for you.

Being One with Nature

So many people will adore hiking so much because they will be

able to feel as if they are truly one with the beauty of their natural

environment. There is nothing better, after all, than breathing really

fresh air and being surrounded by nature while working out.

An Inexpensive Activity

This is one of the best benefits of hiking and all activities like it.

If you are to use this as your main exercise, you would not have to

spend so much on going to the gym, hiring a trainer or buying

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expensive workout equipment. Besides that, all you need for hiking is

a good pair of hiking shoes and appropriate clothing.

An Outstanding Family Affair

This is one of those activities which can be enjoyed by the whole

family. If you were to bring your children, you need to plan and take

all the necessary provisions. There are several sites on the internet

which lists all of the hiking and camping essentials which you may

need.

Like other activities, trekking or hiking does have its share of

drawbacks - especially if you do not know what you are doing. It is

highly important that you prepare well for this so that you will reap all

of the advantages mentioned above.

There are so many benefits of hiking that all you need to do is

practice. Start with simple trails first and then go more complex when

your body and state of mind is ready for it. Once you have begun, you

will surely enjoy everything else afterwards.

You are invited to discover more tips and resources to help you reap the

benefits of hiking when you visit http://www.HikingTipsBlog.com.

From Roger Carr - Mentor to the Rich of Heart

Copyright 2011 Roger Carr All Rights Reserved