"A bad day of fishing is better than a good day at work."
- author unknown
Spending the day fishing and enjoying the great outdoors is an amazing
experience.
Fishing is not only fun and exciting, there are
mental and
physical
health benefits.
Mental Health
Fishing requires lots of focus and awareness. This takes your mind off
internal conflict and stress, similar to meditation. As a result, it
helps to reduce anxiety, fight off depression, and promote relaxation.
Studies have shown that fishing lowers your cortisol levels (otherwise
known as the stress hormone).This positive effect can last for as long
as three weeks after a fishing trip. Fishing has even been used to help people who have experienced trauma or
suffer from PTSD.
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Physical Health
Fishing is a bigger workout than you might think! By the time you cast
your line, wade through streams, walk to a new fishing spot, and reel in
your fish, you’ve had quite the cardiovascular exercise! This low-impact
exercise engages your shoulders, back, core, arms, and legs, improving
your balance and working your muscles.
While fishing you’ll have the
chance to soak up the sun. Vitamin D from the sun improves your immune
system and promotes cell growth, helping to fight off illness and
disease. It’s also a great mood booster!
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