One of the negative effects of modernity is routine. Most of us, are used to live surrounded by buildings, streets, houses and a lot of concrete structures, in addition to the noise of cars and a hectic lifestyle which only exacerbates our problems and damages our health. That is why today we will tell you what the benefits of hiking; making outdoor walks in natural environments are, not only physically, but psychologically.

Benefits of Hiking:

Decreases stress levels

A walk in a natural environment reduces worries and anxiety. We will feel an inner peace that will take us to a level of relax, so we are able to face again the challenges that we have ahead and makes us more optimistic.

Increases creativity

After 4 days of trekking and disconnection in nature, creativity is triggered. Moving away from the world leaving aside distractions such as mobile phones and computers, our mind improves its ability to solve problems up to 50%.

 Improves your concentration

Hand in hand with the previous point, the fact of hiking for even short periods of time a week can relieve the symptoms of attention deficit in children and adults.

Increases memory

Leaving aside stress and improving your concentration, the mind starts to work better. Studies confirm the positive effects on the ability to remember important events of our work or where we left the keys.

Improves the image you have of yourself

This is because aerobic exercises require a constant effort for a long time which burns on average about 400 Kcal depending on the intensity and requirement of the route. Which makes us not only look better, but improve our self-esteem.

Prevents heart disease

So far you already know that regular exercise does your heart good because it not only fills you with very valuable memories and beautiful experiences; but also strengthens your cardiovascular system, decreases blood pressure and bad cholesterol levels, which will make you less likely to suffer cardiac complications of sedentary lifestyle. 

 Improves the quality of sleep

It is logical that after an outdoor tour that lasts two days or more, will make you sleep better; since you will not have so much anxiety and worries so your body will want to rest and regain strength.

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