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Hiking in beautiful natural environments can freshen up the mind and the body. It is very beneficial for over 55 people who like to keep their bodies fit for a couple of decades more. If you have experienced the joys of hiking, you know how enjoyable a day hike on a trail through breathtaking views of beautiful wooded areas or through a savanna landscape can be. Seniors who are beginners at hiking should first think about their capabilities and the limitations. While the lighter physical activities like walking and hiking on established trails, sightseeing, fishing and boat trips are good for health of seniors, strenuous activities such as trekking, biking and rock climbing are not suitable for those having hypertension or a history of heart problems. Benefits of Hiking Hiking is an exercise that helps you to burn Calories and reduce weight. It helps to raise the “good” cholesterol level and lowers the “bad” cholesterol levels in your blood. Keeping obesity, diabetes, hypertension and heart disease away are the most important health benefits. Apart from physical health, relaxation of mind keeps your mind healthy, and that is quite important for seniors. If you go hiking or walking regularly, and exercise aerobically, it may not be necessary to go to a gym. Apart from the health benefits there are many more things to gain from hiking. Among the numerous benefits of hiking and nature walking, are the opportunities for exercise, exploration, recreation, contact with nature, pleasure, meeting people and developing alertness and inner calm. Hiking trails in lowland areas are the easiest. Though easy, they also may offer challenges to seniors such as hilly terrain with not so steep climbs and walking through bush etc. Most of the age targeted or age restricted senior communities have hiking trails that have been designed with seniors in mind. Active adult living communities are usually built in away from urban centers, but with easy access to all conveniences and amenities. Finding a Place with Facilities to Hike If you are planning to move to a new place for your retirement, consider moving into an Active Adult Community that is targeted for older people because there are many amenities, activities and conveniences specially designed or planned with seniors in mind. Many of these communities have superbly led out walking trails and access to more difficult hiking trails. Here are some communities that have excellent facilities for outdoor recreation activities. Woodland Hills is located in the City of Waukesha in Wisconsin has its own hiking trails, tennis courts, park land, ponds as well as marina on-site. Amenities available at Gainsborough community in Eugene, Oregon include clubhouse, fitness center, walking trails, arts & crafts, library, billiards and fishing. There are beautiful walking trails through a 5-acre wildlife corridor. Another example of fantastic outdoor action community is the Chesapeake by Del Webb in Easton, Maryland. Facilities include clubhouse, tennis court, fitness center, walking trails, arts & crafts, golf, outdoor swimming pool, wood working, library, computer club billiards and much more. K Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Beaumont (California) offers walking and cycling trails as well as clubhouse, tennis court, fitness center, bocce court, outdoor swimming pool, billiards, library, spa, sauna and beauty salon as amenities. Search for the dream nest for your retired life at ActiveAdultLiving.com the national Directory of Active Adult Communities where more than 5,800 age-targeted and age- restricted communities are listed. You will surely find an ideal solution to match your lifestyle preferences, budget and the geographic area of your choice. Author: Lisa LaCount writes articles courtesy of ActiveAdultLiving.com, the most comprehensive source of information on Senior living communities in the web. You will find over 5800 listings of 55+ communities in this web site. Those interested in locating superb communities such as Chesapeake by Del Webb for instance, can simply search the site and receive precise and comprehensive information on these communities absolutely free. Like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter at 55ActuveAdults for alerts and posts on lifestyle, price, type of houses and promotions.
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