Outdoor Wellness
Connecting to nature allows us an opportunity to reset both physically and mentally. Whether it’s a lunch break in a rooftop garden or a hiking adventure in the wilderness, being close to nature has a positive effect on us. Natural elements help us feel more relaxed. We breathe easier and feel calmer. A walk in the woods can be a great way to sneak in a little cardio without even feeling it. The following links discuss the benefits of reconnecting to nature.
U.S. Forest Service : The wellness benefits of the great outdoors
ICAA - International Council for Active Aging : Practical strategies for providing wellness in outdoor environments
APA - American Psychology Association : Nurtured by Nature
Yale Psychology : Ecopsychology: How Immersion in Nature Benefits Your Health
Chelsea Psychology Clinic : What are the psychological benefits of spending time in nature?
McMaster University : 7 Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
Nature.com : Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with good health and wellbeing
McMaster University : Physical Health
