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Rock Climbing Improves Self-Confidence and Reduces Anxiety

The benefits of physical activity are well documented. Regular exercise has been shown to improve both mental and physical health. But some forms of exercise impose a greater mental challenge to its participants which can lead to increased stress and anxiety levels. While rock climbing is a very safe sport, it can test peoples’ fears...

The physical benefits of exercise including decreased risk of disease and death, as well as, improved strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination are well known.  The benefits of exercise on our emotional and mental health are promising and continue to be explored.  The exercise and neuroscience medical evidence continues to produce great research behind the utilization...