From WebMD.com | By Kara Mayer Robinson
Excerpt: “Hiking outdoors has plenty of perks: nice views, fresh air, and the sounds and smells of nature. It’s good for you, too. Benefits include
- Lower risk of heart disease
- Stronger core
- Improved balance
- Mood boost: “Research shows that hiking has a positive impact on combating the symptoms of stress and anxiety,” says Gregory A. Miller, PhD, president of the American Hiking Society. “Being in nature is ingrained in our DNA, and we sometimes forget that.”
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