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Summer is in full swing – and with summertime and the warmer temperatures come water sports and play. It’s no surprise that many head to the oceans, lakes, rivers and pools during the summer months. Take a look below to discover the mental benefits of water, the most popular water sports and some water safety tips.
Refresh Your Mind
As you know, all living beings need water to survive, but did you know that being around water boosts mental health and wellness? Today looked at how “Just Being Near Water Can Help Boost Mental Health – Even Virtually,” including providing soothing sensory experiences. Sokya Health expands on these tips with suggestions for watching or listening to water digitally and integrating blue spaces into your mental-wellness plan.
Most Popular Water Sports
What is your favorite water sport or activity? According to Nomad Paradise’s “37 Fun Water Sports and Activities to Try at Least Once,” canyoning, whitewater rafting, canoeing, and wakeboarding top the list, but make sure to check out the complete list for some other fun water activities. SurferToday ranks water sports by popularity in “The Complete List of Water Sports.”
Water Safety
Water can be calming, but it can also be very dangerous. The U.S. Forest Service offers a comprehensive list of safety precautions categorized by water-body type. Or you can check out the steps recommended by the Centers for Disease Control.
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