I've determined that most places you travel to (with exception of North Dakota or another super flat state) have great hiking locations. As a universal work out - you're able to hike while in another state/area and still get the same long fat burning work you would at home in Laguna (my normal Saturday routine). Well, taking in the sites on AZ's Camelback Mountain last weekend was awesome! Don't get me wrong, it was hotter than hell - howevvvver, it wasn't too bad the the sites above the mountain were worth the 99 degree dry heat. The desert landscape blew my socks off, the actual uphill rock climbing hike was refreshing and being that close to HUGE cactus and succulents was really cool.
Hiking for your health - the benefits to a fresh air up hill stroll:
- Lowers your risk of heart disease
- Improves your blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Boosts bone density since walking is weight bearing
- Builds strengths in your glutes, quads, hamstrings and your hop/lower leg muscles
- Strengthens your core
- Improves balance
- Helps control weight
- Boosts your MOOD! (relieves stress and anxiety)
- Reduced depression and better quality sleep
All in all, hiking exercises almost every part of your body: legs, knees, ankles, arms, hips and butt, abdominals, shoulders and neck. It's a great long fat burning exercise that keeps your heart rate consistently in the fat burning zone. It's a great way to get out of the city and explore.
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Now - GO OUTSIDE AND TAKE A HIKE!
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