Rock Climbing for Health and Fitness
Even the most health-conscious among us struggle with motivation from time to time. You know just how important your health and fitness are, but doing the same old activities day in, day out, can soon grow old.
What about rock climbing for health and fitness? Whether you want to improve your upper body strength, work on your physical fitness, or push yourself to your limits, rock climbing might be for you. Read on to learn about the benefits of this fun recreational activity for children and adults.
Full Body Workout
If you pay a visit to your local gym, you will see various pieces of equipment laid out for gym members to work on different parts of their bodies. However, rock climbing indoors or outdoors will work every muscle group – not just one at a time. You can even enjoy a similar calorie-burning rate to some of the more high-intensity workout types like spin classes.
While you’re climbing, you’re building muscle and benefiting from a cardiovascular workout. The best part? You’re having fun at the same time.
Coordination and Balance
Who knew that something as fun as rock climbing in Southland could also be beneficial for your balance and coordination? Using the footholds and handholds requires stamina, balance, and meticulous hand, eye, and foot coordination.
While you’re doing this, you’re also giving your brain a workout, strategically identifying where to move to next. There’s more to this adventure activity than just fun!
Strength
If you’d prefer to be out and about rock climbing in the beautiful Southland region rather than lifting weights in a gym, then you’re in luck. While going to the gym is, of course, one way to improve strength, rock climbing is another. You can enjoy working out a variety of muscle groups and build strength over time.
Depression
Rock climbing may be helpful for physical health, but it may also be beneficial for your mental health. According to studies, physical activity is an integral part of therapeutic intervention. Rock climbing or bouldering, which is rock climbing to moderate heights without a rope, may be an effective treatment for depression.
Go Rock Climbing with Adventure Southland
Whether you’re looking for a boredom-busting outdoor activity in Southland or a fun form of fitness, rock climbing might be for you. Contact Adventure Southland today to find out about skills courses and recreational activities near you.
Get in touch today to join the adventure!
03 235 7191 // info@adventuresouthland.co.nz