Spring equinox is around the corner! Are you itching to get outside or struggling to find motivation?
As we spend more time indoors and in the dark during the cold winter months, it can be taxing on our physical and mental health. Without sufficient sunlight, our serotonin levels can dip: one of the body’s “happy” chemicals thought to boost energy and reduce stress.
Despite the low temperatures and lack of light, 7 in 10 Canadians regularly participate in outdoor wilderness activities like hiking, canoeing, and mountain biking. Better yet, 4 in 10 Canadians with self-reported poor health still make time to get outside! With those numbers, it’s no surprise that the snowy season can be challenging.