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In this video, Alex Comstock explores some of his favorite camping gear essentials he uses during a camping trip! * Cooler – a cooler is important for a variety of reasons, from keeping drinks cold to keeping any fish you might take home with you cold as well. * Sleeping Bag – A must have […]
When it comes to ice fishing, there are some advanced tips you can put to use to help you catch more fish. Everything from downsizing your bait, to utilizing multiple different types of jigs and more! This video will run you through a number of advanced tips that most people ice fishing might not think […]
It can be easy to find a type of bait you like to use, and only use that when ice fishing. But low and behold, there are many different types of baits out there you can put to use. In this video, Minnesota angler Keith Comstock hits on a number of different baits you can […]
If you plan to be ice fishing early in the winter, there are a few things you need to keep in the back of your mind. First, you want to make sure the ice is safe to fish on. There are things you can do to ensure safety, from being able to walk on the […]
What to get for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? Whether that person is into hiking, camping, canoeing, hunting, fishing or they simply love using life’s most practical outdoor gear in everyday life, we’ve got you covered. We put together a curation of the best gifts to help you check that outdoorsy person off your […]
What to get for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? Whether that person is into hiking, camping, canoeing, hunting, fishing or they simply love using life’s most practical outdoor gear in everyday life, we’ve got you covered. We put together a curation of the best gifts to help you check that outdoorsy person off your […]
In this video, Alex Comstock explores some of his favorite camping gear essentials he uses during a camping trip! * Cooler – a cooler is important for a variety of reasons, from keeping drinks cold to keeping any fish you might take home with you cold as well. * Sleeping Bag – A must have […]
During a camping trip, you’ll often be utilizing a tent and knowing some tent basics will go a long way. The first thing I wanted to cover is to find a flat area for the tent. Another thing to look for is a shaded area if possible. I like having my tent in a shaded […]
On my recent fishing and camping trip in Northern Minnesota, my SOL Stoke Knives set really helped me operate. The Stoke Camp Hatchet is one of my favorite tools as it’s lightweight and strong, and makes for cutting small, dead branches away with ease. Also, the Stoke Folding knife from SOL is great to have […]
Barb Carey from Women On Ice, talks about the convenience of the Mr. Heater Buddy Flex Cooker. It easily attaches to the Buddy Flex Heater and kicks out 8000 BTU of heat so you can cook lunch anywhere, anytime. We cooked up a monstrous stack of grilled cheese in this video and fed the entire […]
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Keto Onion Cheeseburger BOMBS This super easy, tinfoil meal will be your new favorite camping & grilling go-to. They can be prepped ahead of time, and you can just change up your seasoning to add a different twist to the flavor each time. Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 30 mins Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef 3/4 cup grated […]
Camping trips are always better with good eats! And when we can keep the recipes simple, there’s more time to enjoy the outdoors. Check out these genius food hacks you’ll want to remember for your next getaway. Cinnamon Bun Hack It doesn’t get any easier than this: purchase (or make) some cinnamon buns ahead of […]
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During the final stretch of summer, it’s useful to be reminded of the important of water safety. Whether you are out on the water kayaking, boating or fishing, you should always put safety first by never underestimating weather, water conditions or the value of a life jacket. No matter what kind of water you are […]
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Kaltenberg Hut and back is one of my favourite summer hiking trips every time I visit the village of my youth, Stuben am Arlberg. Stuben is a little alpine village elevated 1.410m (4.626ft) above sea level and the start of this trip. I lived in this village until my early twenties and had plenty of Continue reading “Kaltenberg Hut and back”
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Most people think living an “outdoor lifestyle” is mainly for fun and following a pursuit of passion. Or perhaps people are lazy and just an “outdoor bum.” While both of these can be true, whether you’re following your love of the outdoors or living the life of a ski bum, you can actually live longer by living your authentic outdoor lifestyle. Pretty cool, right?
Personally, I think an outdoor lifestyle can be interpreted in many different ways.
Living an outdoor lifestyle could be someone who loves the outdoors and spends as much time as possible in the mountains and nature. It could be someone who lives as natural a lifestyle as possible that is friendly for our ecosystem. It could be the extreme adventurer who is traveling to the ends of the Earth for climbing and mountain pursuits. It could be the average ski bum who is a powder seeker, chasing freshies all winter long.
Either way, what these people have in common is that because of their passion for the outdoors, they all experience increased happiness, less stress, better diets, and more exercise than the average American – all factors that contribute to a longer life span.
Below, we’ll break each of these down and the positive impacts your outdoor lifestyle can have on your actual years living on this Earth.
A key part of outdoor recreation is exercise, whether it by hiking , trail running , climbing, kayaking, or skiing.
Exercise has been proven over time to greatly improve your chances of living longer. The health benefits of exercise are endless, including reduced risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, and smaller waistlines.
The New York Times talks about the Framingham Heart Study , which monitored the health and wellness of over 5,200 adults, that provided a risk factor index for each participant.
Combined with the study from PLOS One from Australia, this took into consideration the amount of exercise each individual received into three categories: low, medium, and high.
This study proved that individuals who exercised regularly had a significant reduction in the risk of dying from heart disease. In fact, the group who exercised the least had 6x the amount of risk of dying from heart disease than those in the highest exercise group.
One of the main reasons why people spend time outdoors is that it’s peaceful and an escape from the typical day-to-day. This helps us let go of the daily stress our lives have, including hectic work schedules, home responsibilities, and interpersonal tensions.
Besides heart disease, too much stress can have all sorts of negative impacts on your wellbeing. This includes anxiety, depression, headaches, and gastrointestinal problems.
When you’re stressed, your body produces hormones adrenaline and cortisol, which increase blood pressure as well as alter your digestive and immune systems. These hormones can also cause you to gain weight.
“If you ask what is the single most important key to longevity, I would have to say it is avoiding worry, stress and tension. And if you didn’t ask me, I’d still have to say it.” – George F. Burns
Alleviating stress can help your body function better and feel better. Getting outdoors can help alleviate stress by increasing calming and peaceful activities.
We spend time outdoors because it makes us happy, right? Well, happiness has often been a link to increased longevity, so you’re on the right track to living longer!
In this article , CNN discusses a five-year study that shows older people are 35% less likely to die if they report feeling happy. This is huge! Who wouldn’t want a 35% leg up on life?
In addition, this study showed that the advance of happiness is more important than the presence of negative emotions. Since the brain region that’s activated by happiness is also involved in blood-vessel functions, this is super important to living your life as happily as possible.
What we put into our bodies is essentially fuel. Don’t you want to put in the best fuel possible?
Studies have shown that typically more active individuals have better diets and smaller waistlines. Therefore, healthier and better functioning bodies all around.
Outdoor recreators are no different. As we’re constantly in active situations and looking to fuel our bodies for adventure, individuals who spend time outdoors are typically looking for the best substances for the activity.
If you’re looking for a nutritious and delicious cookbook for sustained energy, check out my favorite Run Fast, Eat Slow: Nourishing Recipes for Athletes .
Studies have shown that certain diets can increase your chances for longevity. This includes many of the same foods that are helpful for sustained activity, including whole grains, fresh fruits, coffee, and healthy proteins, such as fish and nuts.
These are all heart-healthy foods that can help your endurance in outdoor sports, but also live longer.
So, now you know the longevity benefits of being outside so you don’t have to make excuses for skiing and climbing so much – it’s all helping you live longer!
What’s your key to staying healthy and happy? Add in the comments below!
Kristan is an outdoors gal who loves to spend her time skiing, trail running, and backpacking as much as possible. Kristan has backpacked the John Muir Trail, ice climbed in the North Cascades, and skied throughout North America. Kristan is AIARE 1 avalanche certified and an experienced alpine climber and mountaineer.
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Kristan is an outdoors gal who loves to spend her time skiing, trail running, and backpacking as much as possible. Kristan has backpacked the John Muir Trail, ice climbed in the North Cascades, and skied throughout North America. Kristan is AIARE 1 avalanche certified and an experienced alpine climber and mountaineer.
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