VCU RamStrong Well-being blog

Giving VCU employees the wellness resources they need to be healthy both on and off campus

Next time you hear someone tell you, “take a hike,” you might want to thank them for looking out for your health. That’s because going on a hike or taking a bike ride offers tremendous benefits for your physical, mental health, and well-being.  Some of those benefits are:

  • Increases fitness and flexibility
  • You can control your workout
  • It tones the whole body
  • Helps prevent and control diabetes
  • Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol
  • Increases creativity
  • Increases happiness levels and curbs depression
  • You can commune with nature

Learn about more Hiking and Biking Options in Richmond on March 28th. Register here.

 

 

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