Physical and Psychological Benefits of Outdoor Time for Older Adults
Research outlining the health benefits of going outdoors for older adults.
Organization
Japan Geriatrics Society
Publication Date
2017
Location
National or Global
Topic
Health
Participation
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Equestrian
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Hunting
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
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