Outdoor activity

eases my anxiety more than a pill. I feel that the great outdoors really can be the best medicine for both anxiety and depression. Too often people turn to antidepressants for helping their anxiety and depression. One in 10 Americans now takes an antidepressant medication (Rabin). People are finding that…

all have things going for them, including cultural and historical attractions, Colorado is the best place to live and raise a family. Colorado has an abundance of outdoor activities for people of all interests and fitness levels. Magnificent scenery abounds and strong social communities thrive. Perhaps due to the myriad outdoor activities Colorado has one of the lowest obesity rates in the country ((webmd)). In contrast, South Carolina experiences extreme heat, which makes an air conditioner a…

Literature defines life space as people’s movement throughout their living environment.1 One article done by Lo and Colleagues (2014) investigated the relationship between life-space mobility (Life-Space Assessment, LSA) and incidence of fall and fracture within 4 years follow-up period among community-dwelling older adults in Alabama, U.S.2 Life-space change was defined as the difference in LSA score before and after a fall occurs. The research findings indicate that decrease in life-space…

Introduction Employee motivation and retention depend on the compensation plan advanced by the organization. Most organizations seek to develop the best benefits package to suit the interests of their employees. It is worth highlighting that, the benefits are formulated to protect the rights and interests of the firm as well as the employee. The extent of reward from the benefits would influence the performance of the employees by determining their motivation (Need, 2006). This paper analyzes…

transition from mountainous area to desert offers the ideal climate and landscape for adventure activities all year round. However, this is not the only reason why visitors are flocking to Cedar City. Due to the efforts of Utah Parks Company for the last 50 years, who worked tirelessly to establish Cedar City as the ‘Gateway to the National Parks’, the city has now become a celebration of diverse adventure activities, the perfect hub to surrounding parks, and cultural offerings. Reasons why…

Indoor and outdoor surroundings that offer a range of settings for different learning opportunities best support each child’s distinctive needs and challenges. A clean, safe, and naturally sound physical environment is a vital component of quality for students, staff and families. Children’s growth and development are continually shaped and influenced by their environment.Growth is enhanced through nurturing and responsive caregiving, good nutrition, homes and schools that are clean and safe.…

UVR exposure for a specific day. In the state of New Mexico, outdoor enthusiasts are constantly exposed to cell damaging UV rays emitted by the sun as they engage in activities such as hiking, camping and hunting. Those who are employed in outdoor occupations such as construction are likely to be exposed to higher…

Schools are probably the most critical place for obese children and teenagers to try to lose weight since they spend a quarter of their day at school. Indeed, Green, Riley, & Hargrove (2012) reviewed numerous studies that show that schools are the “primary remediation force” for obese students. The school's’ strategies are primarily to provide the right type of foods for students, such as a nutritious salad bar with a wide selection of colorful and enticing fruit and vegetables (Green, Riley, &…

One would think two land grant universities, both located in the central to western part of the United States would be similar. Surprisingly, that is not the case as Kansas State University and the University of Wyoming have few similarities. While K-State and UW are both exceptional colleges, with advantages and disadvantages for each school, UW outranks K-State based on the criteria of cost, academics and location. One of the most important factors analyzed in a college making decision is…

absorbing more of the sound. These areas also promote social interaction among students due to the welcoming environment they create. A teacher can determine if their classroom is in need of more carpeted areas by observing the noise level during activities. This is why it is important that they are aware of how they can create an environment where learning can be achieved. If the room is too loud, students will not be able to focus and may also become overwhelmed. These types of areas are…