Trails Provide Fitness Plus More…
outdoor therapy
Trailsnet often promotes the fitness benefits of trails. But of course, the argument could be made that going to the gym also provides the same fitness benefits. But while both the gym and trails provide valuable fitness benefits, trails offer another essential health benefit. According to a recent AARP article entitled Health Benefits of Being Outdoors, it’s about more than just the physical exercise. Just being outside has numerous health benefits above and beyond the physical exercise. Being outdoors provides both physical and mental restorative properties.
Trail Therapy
So walking, riding your bike or running on the trails is doubly good for people. It provides both cardiovascular exercise and your daily dose of sunshine, fresh air and beautiful views. Oh, and by the way, enjoying most trails is absolutely free while a gym membership costs…
No Bike Helmets?
BTW, Trailsnet is big enough to be getting around 200 visitors per day but still small enough that I don’t have to worry about getting lots of nasty comments & emails regarding the picture of a biking couple who are not wearing helmets. Phew!!
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Had to laugh at your comment about the lack of helmets! That couple seems to be headed to the beach for a nice picnic. Hope they don’t drink and ride….
I’m hoping to add some trails to your site from my site of Colorado! Someday soon…
Thanks for such a great resource.
Cheers!
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In the most recent Rails-to-Trails Conservancy magazine, there were numerous complaints regarding a photo of bikers who had helmets on but, according to the letter writers, the helmets weren’t adjusted properly. Some people seem to have way more time than I can imagine when they start getting that picky. (-: