Hiking the local trails has become my therapy

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MarkNew Dad

1w ago1 min read

Picked up hiking about six months ago as something to get out of the house on weekends. Started easy, now I'm tackling bigger trails. There's something about being outside, moving your body, seeing different views that just clears my head. Some weekends my son comes with me and we barely talk but it's quality time. My wife jokes that hiking is my second job but honestly it's the thing keeping me sane. If you're thinking about getting into it, just do it.

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CChrisRegular1w ago

Six months in and you're already hooked? That's awesome. I've been wanting to get back into hiking but between work and the kids I haven't made it happen yet. Maybe I just need to commit like you did.

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KKyleRegular6d ago

Hiking is the best man. I started doing the same thing about a year ago with my three kids and it's become our thing on Saturdays. Gets them off screens and honestly clears my head too. Which trails are you hitting up?

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SScott M.Regular6d ago

This is so true. I work from home now and I take walks on the property when things get stressful. Nothing clears your mind like being outside. Plus your kids see you prioritizing your mental health which is huge.

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