Benefits of hiking
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There are many amazing benefits you will gain from hiking,. I have put together a list to show you some of the reasons I love hiking adventures so much. I hope that I will inspire you to get out in nature and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you.
- Great all around exercise for your body: You can never go wrong with this one, you will get an amazing workout while taking in some really pretty views along the way.
- Gain new knowledge: While you are on your hiking adventure you may bump into people that teach you something you never knew before. At the head of some of the hiking trails there are information posts that tell you a little bit about the history of the area and about the native plants and animals in the region.
- Get to see wildlife in its natural surroundings: If you are hiking in the mountains expect to see wildlife, even if it’s just a tiny creature such as a squirrel or rabbit. Taking the opportunity to watch them in their natural habitat playing and eating it can be quite entertaining.
- You get to see the beautiful scenery: Many hikes have beautiful lookouts with amazing views.
- Meet interesting people: While you are out hiking you will likely see people out on the trail with you. When you stop to have a break or are just checking out some views you can easily spark up a conversation with someone that will have interesting stories to tell about their experiences.
- You challenge yourself: If you are hiking by yourself it can sometimes be a nerve-racking experience if you are not used to it. After you have completed the trail it will be a satisfying feeling knowing you attained your goal. Another way you can challenge yourself is by completing a long and difficult hike you didn’t think was possible for you to finish.
- Take some awesome photos: Who doesn’t love a beautiful picture to upload on your social media or to share with your friends or family. On your hiking adventure you will have plenty of share-worthy photo opportunities.
- Have stories to share with others: Trails are magical places, you never know what interesting things may happen while on your hike. You could spot some amazing animals, caves, or something unique that you could not even have imagined. All these things are great conversation pieces.
- After your long hike you will sleep better: All the fresh air and exercise will get while you are on your hike will surely make you sleep very soundly.
- Hiking helps clear your mind and helps with creativity: If you live in a busy city or have a busy lifestyle going on a hike can be a great way to clear your mind. Just make sure if you’re looking for peace and quiet you do your research to find less popular hiking trails, as some can get quite crowded and loud which will take away from your tranquility.
- It’s Free: Everything seems so expensive these days so if you’re looking for an affordable adventure that is very rewarding, hiking is absolutely perfect.
For more inspiration you can check out my 25 Travel Quotes That Will Spark Your Wanderlust write-up
