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Surge in desire for outdoor activities amid pandemic lockdown

    Coronavirus lockdown has left an unprecedented impact on our daily lives. In order to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus, world governments imposed 'stay-at-home' orders asking citizens to remain indoors for their safety. Amid pandemic fears, people are unable to travel across borders or simply enjoy a bike stroll around the park. Beaches and parks are shut to curb the movement of citizens during the lockdown.

However, experts have suggested that staying indoors has had a critical impact on the physical and mental health of the majority of people. While people are trying to keep themselves occupied in various ways such as learning a new skill or spending on time on the internet, it has raised certain concerns over their health.

 Amid the drastic changes, mental health experts have asserted that the unfavourable shift from the real world to the virtual world has led to an increase in our urge to return to the outdoors. Grappling with mental health issues, it desire to spend time outdoor among the majority of people has increased manifold

Several pieces of research have shown that spending time outdoors and around nature significantly reduce stress, ease symptoms of depression, and improve creative thinking. From boosting immunity to improving eye health, there are various scientific benefits of spending substantial time outdoor during the day as well. For children, it is particularly essential to spend quality time in outdoor activities for their overall growth and development. While unable to go out, people are increasingly diverting their time in indoor gardening in a bid to stay close to nature.

After weeks of lockdown restrictions, governments are working on reopening their countries. Authorities have also issued key guidelines for people to ensure that they enjoy time in outdoor areas while keeping safety and precautionary measures in place.

Notably, as certain governments reopened their beaches and other recreational areas, people thronged to the outdoors to relish sometime in the lap of nature. Reports have suggested that people are already formulating plans to enjoy outdoor activities with their friends and families after the lockdown restrictions are completely removed. However, in the era of social distancing, it has become necessary for the people to adapt to the new normal.


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