Author: Caleb Summeril
An active lifestyle is good for your health. This can be interpreted in many different ways as everyone will have different activities that they enjoy and like to pursue for purposes of health and pleasure. Whether it be a nice morning walk or jog, an intense gym session or any other style of exercise or movement, we all stand to benefit from getting out of bed and shaking the dust out of our bones. In addition to a consistent exercise routine, another great way to increase your wellbeing, both physical and mental, is to get out in nature and experience the world away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. This can be done in a variety of ways but if you are one of the lucky individuals who have adopted the RV lifestyle, it can be a one-way ticket to better overall health and peace of mind! Let’s take a look at how RV camping can make you happier, healthier and altogether amped up on life.
The Drive to De-Stress
High stress levels are an accepted part of our modern lives. The demands of a career and supporting a family take discipline, focus and plenty of energy. While the rewards of these lifelong pursuits are well worth it, the everyday pursuit of progress can lead to a steady stream of stress for even the calmest people out there. Consistent high stress levels can quickly turn in to a variety of negative health issues including weight gain, heart disease, a weakened immune system and depression. The science behind how stress can impact health is well documented but each individual has to cope with things in their own unique way.
The idea to drive around to de-stress may sound crazy if you have a daily commute full of stop-and-go traffic. But packing up the RV and heading out on a trip is an entirely different experience than that daily grind. An RV trip typically is a vacation or break from the rat-race – surefire methods to escape common stressors and put a smile on your face. Regardless of where you may be headed, the simple act of committing to some time away from home and work life can ease tension and provide an outlet to relax and enjoy the ride on an entirely different level. Sure, there are times when driving a large vehicle down the road can be stressful, but the adventure it instills far outweighs the normal everyday activities and demands that can lead to constant stress.
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Nature is Nurture
The old adage ‘stop and smell the roses’ rings true here and can be tweaked to read ‘start and smell the engine’ for us RV enthusiasts. Well, don’t actually smell the engine but rather, start of the RV and use it to get to some awesome campground near you to escape the rat-race for a night, week or month! Any of the campgrounds listed on MobileRVing.com are perfect starting points for an easy escape and getaway. Spending time in nature is a great way to improve your health and unwind. Many campgrounds offer easy access to different activities that can help your health and head. Go for a hike on a trail into the woods or a walk on the beach. Take a quick dip in a lake or river. After you have had your fill of active events, light up the campfire and stare at the stars. Take some deep breaths and soak it all in.
After a few days out in nature, you are sure to feel more calm and happier overall. Sleeping habits can also improve while you are out in nature which has a direct link to your body’s ability to recover from exercise, improve your immune system and instill a better state of mental health. Nature is the original nurturer and some time spent away from home and out in the wild places that still surround our modern lives is an easy trick towards better health. Use your RV as a tool to access these places and you are sure to be rewarded with benefits of body and spirit.
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Disconnect and Discover
Some folks see camping as a way to escape and disconnect from the modern world and some like to bring the modern world with them in the form of a fully stocked and equipped RV. The choice is a personal preference and both are great ways to enjoy camping and nature. Regardless of if you choose to spend your nights telling stories around the fire or watching a movie from the comfort of your RV, enjoy the simplicity and comfort that the lifestyle offers. The simple fact that you’ve brought a mobile home to some far flung location should bring a smile to your face.
If you really want to feel the freedom that RV life can offer, I would highly suggest disconnecting from it all for at least a few days of your trip. This means turning off your cell phone, stocking up on supplies and just being at ease with the perfect camp spot you’ve found. Slowing down the pace of life is a great way to reset and recharge the inner batteries. Disconnecting from the many distractions we all place on ourselves can bring new insights and happiness. Take a break from the demands you place on yourself and you’ll be sure to feel lighter, brighter and full of life. Giving yourself the time and space to sit quietly reading a book or just sitting in a lounge chair under the awning or your RV provides a peaceful fulfillment that cannot be replicated.
RVing is good for your health. I said it. I’ve seen it. I’ve felt it. By allowing you to escape normal life, even for a weekend, you RV provides an outlet to improved overall health. Take advantage of the opportunity and you just might feel like an entirely new person in body and mind.
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