A PLEASANT

MORNING LADIES
& GENTLEMEN!!
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HIKING

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Mount
Daraitan
 Sits near the border
of Tanay, Rizal and
General Nakar,
Quezon.

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 DEFINITION OF HIKING
 developed in Europe during the
eighteenth century.
 is a long, vigorous walk, usually on
trails or footpaths in the countryside.
 a natural exercise that promotes
physical fitness, is economical and
convenient, and requires no special
equipment.
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10 ESSENTIALS OF HIKING
American Hiking Society
recommends everyone pack the ten
Essentials” every time you head out
for a hike.

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 HAZARDS
Fatigue,
 hypothermia,
dehydration and heat exhaustion
Injuries from slips and falls on the trail.
 Injuries caused by animals, snakes and insects
on the trail.
Hikers getting trapped or injured by forces of
nature such as flooding, veld fires and lightning.
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HEALTH BENEFITS GAIN
Hiking offers a variety of benefits, both
physical and mental. Some benefits may be
immediate (such as reduced blood pressure and
stress levels, heightened focus and an increase in
immune function), whereas other benefits may
develop over time, such as weight loss and a
decrease in depression.
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 PHYSICAL BENEFITS

1. Hiking is good for heart.

2. Hiking improves balance.
3. Hiking helps build muscle.
4. Hiking can increase bone density.
5. Hiking helps weight loss.

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MENTAL & EMOTIONAL BENEFITS
1. Hiking ease stress and boosts mental
wellbeing.
2. Hiking allows us to unplug from technology.
3. Hiking can improve your self-esteem.
4. Hiking can relieve insomnia and improve sleep.
5. Hiking improves memory and brain function.
6. Hiking builds community.
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 Participating outdoors activities isn’t just

good for your physical health but helps mental

health as well. Spending time in nature and the

natural light can improve your mood and reduce

stress and depression. Engaging in physical

activity produces similar benefits and often times

relaxes and cheers people up.

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 HOW DOES HIKING IMPROVES
ONE’S HEALTH?

1. Cardiovascular Fitness:
Hiking, especially on routes with hills, can improve
your cardiovascular fitness as it forces your heart
to work harder.

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 2. Boosts Mood:
Hiking can significantly boost your mood,
reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.

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 3. Improves Sleep:
Engaging in physical activities like hiking can lead
to better quality sleep.

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 4. Reduces Risk of Heart Disease:
By improving cardiovascular health, hiking can
reduce the risk of heart disease.

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 5. Strengthens Bones, Muscles, and Joints:
The physical activity involved in hiking can
contribute to healthier bones, muscles, and joints.

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 6.Improves Balance and Stability:
The uneven terrain of hiking trails can improve
your balance and stability.

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 7. Controls Weight:
Hiking is a great way to burn calories and manage
weight.

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8.strengthens respiratory muscles

-your heart and lungs must work harder when performing

any physical activity, such as hiking, to provide the extra
oxygen your muscles need.

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