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Health benefits of kayaking

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Kayaking is a serene and yet exciting activity that lets you enjoy nature’s beauty at a slow pace.   It gives you a near-water view that really immerses you in the environment and wildlife.   Not only is it fun, but it also has many health benefits. Here are some examples. Image source: yellowstonetours.com   It reduces stress. Kayaking offers a relaxing experience as you spend hours close to nature while you maneuver your boat through the water. Kayaking on a regular basis is a good way to release stress because it is also a good form of exercise and it clears the mind while you’re enjoying the beautiful scenery around you. Image source: tourismbonaire.com It is a good form of upper body workout.    The repetitive action of executing strokes uses all the muscles in the upper body. Just by going at a slow pace of 3 mph, you can do 1,500 repetitions of upper body movements. This will tone the muscles in the upper body no matter what workout or fitness regimen you