Fitness with Simple Bars: Hiking, Camping, and Road Trips
Fitness with Simple Bars: Hiking, Camping, and Road Trips
July 18, 2024
After clocking into your 9 to 5 for five days a week, and putting in 40 hours of work, with the occasional overtime, you may very well become fatigued, drained, and straight-up burned-out. Instinctively, you might want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to revitalize yourself, and want to reconnect with Mother Nature to find peace and serenity.
If you are not 100% convinced that you need that brief hiatus, let us persuade you for once in your life to be selfish, get out of your comfort zone, and pursue that road trip. Just ensure to pack some SIMPLE bars and enjoy every second of the simple life.
The importance of a road trip (or a vacation, holiday, whatever you want to call it):
Breaking the monogamy of an established routine can relieve your mental health to a great extent, but don’t take it from me because qualified professionals are the ones professing this truth. Jessica de Bloom, PhD, and Sarah Pressman, PhD, are the ones stating these claims in the flagship podcast of the American Psychological Association, “Speaking of Psychology.”
De Bloom found that by examining relatively healthy individuals in “two very influential longitudinal studies” (both existing research and her own conducted research) in a combined period of 9 and 20 years — The results evidently went hand in hand.
Pre-existing research showed that those who don’t take annual road trips or vacations are at a higher risk for morbidity, and in more serious cases mortality induced by heart attack.
Meanwhile, De Bloom’s research approached the subject differently. She decided to follow people before, during, and after their vacation to track their well-being. A drastic increase in each person’s ‘self-reported health’ and welfare was crystal clear at the exact moment they went on holiday. During the ad interim of the trip, the high remained, right until the end when they finally went back to their reality, their jobs.
So, it’s not an exaggeration. It’s quite literally written in the science of psychology. Pack your bag, hiking footwear, bug spray, sunblock, and all the essentials, and definitely don’t forget your snacks, your SIMPLE bars!
Hiking
After clocking into your 9 to 5 for five days a week, and putting in 40 hours of work, with the occasional overtime, you may very well become fatigued, drained, and straight-up burned-out. Instinctively, you might want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to revitalize yourself, and want to reconnect with Mother Nature to find peace and serenity.
If you are not 100% convinced that you need that brief hiatus, let us persuade you for once in your life to be selfish, get out of your comfort zone, and pursue that road trip. Just ensure to pack some SIMPLE bars and enjoy every second of the simple life.
The importance of a road trip (or a vacation, holiday, whatever you want to call it):
Breaking the monogamy of an established routine can relieve your mental health to a great extent, but don’t take it from me because qualified professionals are the ones professing this truth. Jessica de Bloom, PhD, and Sarah Pressman, PhD, are the ones stating these claims in the flagship podcast of the American Psychological Association, “Speaking of Psychology.”
De Bloom found that by examining relatively healthy individuals in “two very influential longitudinal studies” (both existing research and her own conducted research) in a combined period of 9 and 20 years — The results evidently went hand in hand.
Pre-existing research showed that those who don’t take annual road trips or vacations are at a higher risk for morbidity, and in more serious cases mortality induced by heart attack.
Meanwhile, De Bloom’s research approached the subject differently. She decided to follow people before, during, and after their vacation to track their well-being. A drastic increase in each person’s ‘self-reported health’ and welfare was crystal clear at the exact moment they went on holiday. During the ad interim of the trip, the high remained, right until the end when they finally went back to their reality, their jobs.
So, it’s not an exaggeration. It’s quite literally written in the science of psychology. Pack your bag, hiking footwear, bug spray, sunblock, and all the essentials, and definitely don’t forget your snacks, your SIMPLE bars!
Hiking
There are so many advantages to hiking, it’s honestly vastly refreshing to know that you can get massive results in one exercise activity.
Some of the benefits you could reap from hiking include lowering blood pressure, combating obesity, building strong bones and muscles, improving arthritis, and amending balance. If you ask us, you’re basically knocking 6 birds with one stone.
In fact, in an article with sports medicine physician Matthew Kampert, DO, MS, that highlights the “9 Benefits of Hiking,” there is a recommendation for everyone to get a minimum of 150 minutes of exercise that is moderately intense to diminish the threat of heart disease.
Hiking for many becomes a gratifying hobby, where milestones are constantly changing, and the endurance of the physical body is frequently challenged. In addition to that, the HD panoramic views that are available each time you unlock a new path make the venture all the more worth it.
Prior to going hiking, we advise you to be sensible and prepare meticulously to prevent any trouble, as we all know hiking can be a tricky activity, primarily for novice hikers.
Here are some preliminary rules to keep in mind:
Rule #1
Please stay hydrated. Dehydration not only occurs in scorching hot weather but also in agreeable cold weather. Drink plenty of fluids before beginning your hike, throughout your hike, and by the end.
Rule #2
Do your research, and depending on your level of expertise when it comes to hiking, be realistic about whether you should come alone or not. Furthermore, be respectful of the trail and its rules, learn basic navigation skills, be reasonable when it comes to your physical fitness (don’t push too hard), and NEVER WANDER OFF THE TRAlL.
Rule #3
Dress appropriately for the trail. Take into consideration climate as well as terrain, for its indispensable, because your survival certainly depends on it. For us, and your loved ones, returning back safely in one piece is non-negotiable. Stay mindful by putting on layers that can gradually come off (gloves, hats, compression socks, long sleeve shirts, etc.), wear hiking boots with arch support, and choose quick-drying fabrics like nylon, polyester, and wool which can be extremely helpful when becoming wet with sweat. Reminder: hiking in the winter is a beast of its own, in turn, be equipped for that season significantly more.
Rule #4
Pack the essentials. Your 100% fully charged phone, UV sunglasses, an SPF 30 or higher, and finally don’t leave behind your SIMPLE bars, which by the way have 5 to 6 grams of protein. Wink, wink.
Camping
There are so many advantages to hiking, it’s honestly vastly refreshing to know that you can get massive results in one exercise activity.
Some of the benefits you could reap from hiking include lowering blood pressure, combating obesity, building strong bones and muscles, improving arthritis, and amending balance. If you ask us, you’re basically knocking 6 birds with one stone.
In fact, in an article with sports medicine physician Matthew Kampert, DO, MS, that highlights the “9 Benefits of Hiking,” there is a recommendation for everyone to get a minimum of 150 minutes of exercise that is moderately intense to diminish the threat of heart disease.
Hiking for many becomes a gratifying hobby, where milestones are constantly changing, and the endurance of the physical body is frequently challenged. In addition to that, the HD panoramic views that are available each time you unlock a new path make the venture all the more worth it.
Prior to going hiking, we advise you to be sensible and prepare meticulously to prevent any trouble, as we all know hiking can be a tricky activity, primarily for novice hikers.
Here are some preliminary rules to keep in mind:
Rule #1
Please stay hydrated. Dehydration not only occurs in scorching hot weather but also in agreeable cold weather. Drink plenty of fluids before beginning your hike, throughout your hike, and by the end.
Rule #2
Do your research, and depending on your level of expertise when it comes to hiking, be realistic about whether you should come alone or not. Furthermore, be respectful of the trail and its rules, learn basic navigation skills, be reasonable when it comes to your physical fitness (don’t push too hard), and NEVER WANDER OFF THE TRAlL.
Rule #3
Dress appropriately for the trail. Take into consideration climate as well as terrain, for its indispensable, because your survival certainly depends on it. For us, and your loved ones, returning back safely in one piece is non-negotiable. Stay mindful by putting on layers that can gradually come off (gloves, hats, compression socks, long sleeve shirts, etc.), wear hiking boots with arch support, and choose quick-drying fabrics like nylon, polyester, and wool which can be extremely helpful when becoming wet with sweat. Reminder: hiking in the winter is a beast of its own, in turn, be equipped for that season significantly more.
Rule #4
Pack the essentials. Your 100% fully charged phone, UV sunglasses, an SPF 30 or higher, and finally don’t leave behind your SIMPLE bars, which by the way have 5 to 6 grams of protein. Wink, wink.
Camping
Greenspaces might be the antidote to your problem, your stress problem. Sightings of trees, mountains, lakes, rivers, deers have the ability to lower alarming symptoms like high cortisol levels.
There is this underrated impression that nature leaves you with, and when being surrounded by a good company of friends, you can be left feeling more satisfied with life, even more connected to those around you.
Sunlight alone has Vitamin D, reinforces bone health, prevents diseases, and promotes productive mental health. Not getting enough sunshine has been linked with literal depression, called Seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
Greenspaces might be the antidote to your problem, your stress problem. Sightings of trees, mountains, lakes, rivers, deers have the ability to lower alarming symptoms like high cortisol levels.
There is this underrated impression that nature leaves you with, and when being surrounded by a good company of friends, you can be left feeling more satisfied with life, even more connected to those around you.
Sunlight alone has Vitamin D, reinforces bone health, prevents diseases, and promotes productive mental health. Not getting enough sunshine has been linked with literal depression, called Seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
The Takeaway
The Takeaway
We suggest you buy the warranted gear, tag along with buddies who have experience, take leverage of the peak Summer season and escape the chaos of the city.
Go on your adventure that awaits, but don’t go without the SIMPLE bars variety pack. After all, sharing is caring!
We suggest you buy the warranted gear, tag along with buddies who have experience, take leverage of the peak Summer season and escape the chaos of the city.
Go on your adventure that awaits, but don’t go without the SIMPLE bars variety pack. After all, sharing is caring!