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Beach Benefits

Spring is upon us and, with the weather getting warmer, people are heading to the beach. It is great to have a day out at the beach, spend time in the sun, get a tan and enjoy the water. There are many health benefits of spending time at the beach, and I am going to share a few of those here.

 

  Fairy Meadow Beach, NSW 

The beach is a great place to meditate and think. Sitting on he shoreline and looking at the sea can lure you into a meditative state and having that quiet time allows you to think about things happening in your life and get clarity. It has been proven that staring at the sea has a positive effect on the brain.

Listening to the sound of the waves stimulates your parasympathetic nervous system, which triggers the body to secrete hormones that decrease the heart rate and blood pressure.

Negative ions in the air help us absorb oxygen more easily so it helps your body relax and you can have a better sleep.

When you go and hang out at the beach, you expose yourself to direct sunlight and being there for an hour gives you Vitamin D which is good for your bones, teeth and immune system. Remember to put on Sunscreen!

The beach is a great place to do nothing and relax and also get exercise. Swimming in the sea or jogging along the shore improve your stamina. Walking on sand is also very good for you, as your muscles and tendons will work harder strengthening your arches, ankles and leg muscles. The sand will exfoliate and massage your feet. It will make you stronger.

Beach walks burn more calories then regular walks around parks.



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