Are You A Modern Cave Person? 4 Ideas To Help You Get Outdoors Today

Are You A Modern Cave Person? Get Outdoors Today

It is time to get outdoors today, and we are here to share a few ideas to help you with that. We have heard it said that people are modern-day cave people. Not sure where you live but many people in my area never have to be outdoors even if they are living in suburbia and work downtown. These people never see or feel the sunshine on their faces. Not the best plan for a healthy population. 

Today our topic asks the question - Are You A Modern Cave Person? 4 Ideas To Help You Get Outdoors Today. 

The conversation today is all about going outdoors. If you spend a lot of time in your house or your office, which as we said at the top of this post, most people do today live more like a cave person in a modern world, then our ideas to help you get outdoors today may be exactly what your brain and body need. This is when it is time to soak up some vitamin D and simply enjoy nature. 

Benefits of Outdoor Activities

Vitamin D, is one of the top benefits of spending more time outside. The sun’s UV rays give you natural vitamin D, which absorbs through your skin. 

This can give you more energy and a feeling of euphoria, often making you happier and less stressed out during the day. Indulge in some vitamin D by spending time outside in the sunshine as often as you can.

We suggest that you spend at least 15 - 20 minutes in the morning sun without sunscreen, sunglasses, or a big, floppy hat. This allows the sun to do what it is meant to do. Get outside in the sun to allow it to absorb into your body and get stored for your best healthy life. We do practice what we write here and get outside every morning for an hour walk before ten, no sunscreen, no sunglasses, no big, floppy hat for our best healthy life. 

Here is an article that will help you understand how important it is to get outside for your best life. https://draxe.com/nutrition/vitamin-d-benefits/  

Another benefit of outdoor activities is that you get to enjoy nature. This is something you can be grateful for each day. Find fun and relaxing activities where you can escape the worries and stresses of everyday life, even for just a few minutes a day.

Most outdoor activities are also free, which is a bonus for you.

Ideas for What to do Outside

Not sure how you can go outside to practice living your best life?  Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Take your dog for a long walk – This was mentioned in a previous post, and it is worth repeating. If you have a dog you need to take out, don’t just let him out in the backyard. Take him on a long walk every day, and you not only give the pup a nice adventure but give yourself more YOU time.

Go on a hike – This is a great idea because you are getting exercise, which everyone needs for optimal health, and will release some happy endorphins as well. You can enjoy all nature has to offer on a short hike.

Spend the day at the beach – Have a day off soon? Why not head to the beach. You can either go alone and bring a book or go with family or friends and still get self-care benefits.

Walk around the building during work breaks – If you have a busy schedule, just take one break during work to walk outside around the building. This is a simple way to soak up a little more vitamin D and get away from the office for a few minutes to allow you to come back energized and ready to get back to work. 

If you can find a few minutes to yourself today to practice getting outside, you will immediately notice what an impact it makes! At least this has been our experience over the past five years getting outdoors most mornings of the week for a daily walk. 

You are your best advocate; if you are not taking care of yourself, it is easy to get burned out by all of life's demands. Taking even just 15 minutes a day for yourself to regroup and relax can have a profound impact on your well-being. Self-care begins and ends with you!

We would appreciate hearing from you. Share any ideas or comments below. 

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What we know for sure is that walking is the link to living a healthy and vibrant life. We believe walking inspires the mind, activates the body, and nourishes the soul.

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