Regardless of your age, engaging in outdoor activities is really beneficial for your well-being. Not only physically but it certainly impacts your overall health. Most of us enjoy the serenity of spending time outdoors to get away from the pressure of our everyday lives. Not only the breath of fresh air but seeing a natural view can be very relaxing to anyone.
- Outdoors mean exercise.
May it just be walking in the park, cycling to the nearest bakery – little did you know, they give you positive gains especially to your health. If you make getting outside a goal everyday, that should mean less time in front of the electronic devices, a time away from radiation and more time walking and doing other things that put the body in motion and make you sweat.
- Being outside can make you happier.
Natural light tends to uplift our mood, and there’s usually more light available outside than in. Hence, being outside can really affect how your day will go. Many studies show that physical activity can help people relax and cheer up, so if being outside replaces inactive pursuits with active ones, it might also mean more friends and smiles.
- Boosts your immunity.
Staying indoors for a long period of time can have a negative impact on your immune health. The human immune system works best when challenged regularly and that will not happen if you are always inside your house playing video games or looking at your mobile phone. Healthy doses of nature on a daily basis will help prepare your body to fight. Strengthen your body’s natural germ-fighting power by spending time with nature.
Replace time spent inside your room on cellphones and computers with a bike ride or a walk to your local park. Make gardening a new hobby.
Whichever you prefer to do, always remember that outdoor activities can be enjoyed alone or as a family. The positive effects might not be visible right away but in the long term, it will be.
Clare Louise 
Paul Petersen 
Conrad Armer