An Ode To Getting Outside: How Time In Nature Improves Our Wellbeing | NASM

Spending time outdoors can benefit wellness by reducing stress, improving concentration, increasing energy and vitality, and boosting connection; Forest Bathing, Plogging, and growing plants are examples of activities that provide physical and mental health benefits. 

Getting outdoors can provide a range of benefits for wellness and wellbeing, including reducing stress, improving concentration, increasing energy and vitality, and boosting our sense of connection to others and the world. Forest Bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese mindfulness practice that involves immersing oneself in a forest environment, which has been found to improve cardiovascular, metabolic, and immune system functions, reduce inflammation, improve mood, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. Plogging, which involves jogging and picking up litter, can also boost wellness by providing a sense of purpose and improving movement. Growing plants, whether in a garden or indoors, can foster a sense of achievement and connection to nature, which can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and boost creativity and productivity.

Source: https://blog.nasm.org/an-ode-to-getting-outside-how-time-in-nature-helps-our-wellbeing