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How does hiking in a forest-like environment affect a person mentally and…
How does hiking in a forest-like environment affect a person mentally and physically?
Mental effects
Being outdoors
Feeling less self conscience
Knowing your doing exercise
Looking at beutiful nature
Activates certain parts of the brain
Releases certain chemicals
Not being in city like environments
Polution
Seeing and interacting in less greenery
Physical effects
Respiratory exercise
Respiratory conditions
Lung issue patients
Cardio vascular system
Joint exercise
How uneven ground effects joints
Joint wear and tear
Medical conditions (Atherities
Weight loss
How many calories are burnt
Common meals of hikes
Calary intake compared to burn
Forest environment
Large trees
Redwood trees
Oak trees
Gum trees
Water
Lakes
Dams
Reservoirs
Water falls
Animals
Rabbits
Foxes
Bears (Dangerous)
Wolves
Bone strengthening
High bone density from G forces
Better circulation to bone marrow tissue
Prevent bone degredation
ADHD
Reduces physical impulse episodes
Improves concentration and memory
Helps reduce hyper stimulation and 'spaghettis thoughts'
Forest bathing
Japanese's tradition of therapy surrounded by forest
Reduces stress and improves wellbeing
Helps people relax and concentrate on the environment around them
Great source of Vitamin D which reduces vitamin deficiency and improves general health