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title: Nature Can Benefit Your Health?
description: It's true! Getting the recommended amount of physical activity every day doesn’t have to be a chore. An easy way to make exercise fun for the whole family is by getting outside. Being active outdoors is a great way for you to reconnect with nature and stay healthy.
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# [Nature Can Benefit Your Health?](https://www.healthcheck360.com/blog/nature-can-benefit-your-health)

 Written by [Jenna Wesenberg](https://www.healthcheck360.com/blog/author/jenna-wesenberg) | Aug 31, 2018 6:57:14 PM

It's true! Getting the recommended amount of physical activity every day doesn’t have to be a chore. An easy way to make exercise fun for the whole family is by getting outside. Being active outdoors is a great way for you to reconnect with nature and stay healthy.

**Perks of Exploring Nature: **

Exercising in nature has been proven to improve mental and physical health, including:

 

- A boost of Vitamin D
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Improved immune and cognitive functions
- Stress relief
- Better sleep 

 

**Ideas to Get Active and Outdoors! **

 

- **Go for A Walk: **Go for a walk around the block after work or dinner to get your heart pumping. Ask your colleagues to move the meeting from a conference room to an outdoor walking meeting to get steps in throughout the day. 
- **Take A Hike: **Improve your heart health by grabbing a friend and heading out for a hike! Check out this [website](https://www.alltrails.com/) to find a hiking trail near you. 
- **Ride Your Bike: **Riding a bike helps improve balance and endurance. It's also a family-friendly activity that everyone can enjoy. Consider biking to work or school to sneak in some extra exercise during the week.
- **Swimming: **This low-impact activity burns more calories per hour than almost any other activity, and has been shown to improve strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health.
- **Sports**: This is an easy one to forget that includes such a wide range of options. Below are just a few options that allow you to connect with the outdoors while getting active!  
    - Tennis
    - Golf
    - Pick-up game of basketball
    - Kayaking 
    - Beach volleyball
    - Baseball or softball 

 

If you are spending more than an hour or two outside, don't forget to pack a water bottle and sunscreen.

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