Based on numerous studies, frequent hiking with company is one of the best and easiest ways to care for your health.
Results of the studies prove that hiking decreases the risk for heart attack, stroke, cancer, depression and other health conditions.
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42 studies were held with 14 countries and 2.000 people, that were part of hiking groups, participating to show the benefits of hiking to our health. The study was published on the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
The participation of a person in a hiking group offers a variety of benefits as participants in such groups, show a decrease of blood pressure, heart beats, cholesterol and weight. Improvement is also noticed in the sugar levels.
To top the above, hiking also helps improve the lungs operation, the wellness of our body as well as our mental health.
As scientists claim, an approximate 30% of adults exercise less than 30 minutes daily, while the 10% does not walk more than 5 minutes each time they step outside their homes. Do yourselves a favor and start walking!
