No matter what age, every woman should aim to experience a thrilling adventure at least once in their lifetime. Regardless if you’re busy with work or with other life responsibilities, you need to carve some time for yourself and do things that are out of your comfort zone. But if you have been longing for adventure then this list might just be for you.
The benefits
Outdoor adventures can force young women to live without fear or to face them. They can also learn about trusting others, being knowledgeable with sports equipment, and living with risks. Thrilling outdoor activities can help them through various emotions like solving obstacles and problems while being innovative and resilient.
It can also increase self-confidence and develop a good sense of teamwork and compassion with other people. Wandering and seeking outdoor thrilling activities is also a fun way to improve your health and make you fitter.
If you have physical health conditions and abnormalities such as asthma, arthritis, and scoliosis that you think might affect your activity, being active can still be a treatment. An example would be a series of effective exercises for scoliosis that can help reduce pain and restore balance. Engage yourself in exercises that can help you with your condition before jumping into thrilling activities, consult your doctor too if you’d be able to handle it.
Go deep diving
Most of the world is filled with water, so why not explore that area? You will be able to see Earth from a new perspective by being close to underwater wildlife. From colorful reefs to manta rays and jellyfishes, you’ll have a way to see them in their natural habitat.
Deep diving requires training and a love for underwater. It’s not easy to learn it, but you’ll be thanking yourself once you have accomplished it. Several women of all ages are trying out scuba diving for fun, leisure, and experience. It can also provide a full-body workout since scientifically, water is heavier than air. Panama City Beach in Florida is known for its shipwreck diving activity that is fit for both beginner and advanced divers. You can visit that if you want to try this underwater adventure.
River rafting
River rafting is considered an extreme sport that can be highly risky and challenging to do. It requires teamwork and technical skills. If you plan to do river rafting, you don’t have to be a good swimmer, but you need to make sure that you’re physically fit since you’re going to fight the current as you paddle. Besides the adrenaline and the experience itself, you’d get to see the scenery, especially when the water is slowly moving, which can provide you a quick escape and breathe n the fresh air.
You can do this with your friends if you feel like doing something that is out of your comfort zone. Just make sure that they are reliable, in it for the experience, are physically active, and won’t back down at the last minute. Or you can join other females who are experienced with this sport.
Skydiving
People go skydiving for many reasons such as the thrill, the freedom, a form of therapy or a way to overcome their fears, or a promise to themselves of doing it before they die. It might be scary to some people just thinking about jumping out of an airplane with a parachute. Skydiving can help your brain release dopamine, also known as the ‘feel-good hormone.
Women feel empowered after skydiving since they have decided to face their fears of free-falling from the sky. It can also be a fun and unique activity, and the feeling is surely out of this world. Some experienced skydivers have stayed in the sport because of the small community and the bond with other skydivers. There are only 40,000 licensed skydivers in the entire country, which makes them an elite group.
Rock climbing
Rock climbing might sound like an intimidating activity, especially for people who have a fear of heights. They also think that only professionals can participate because of the amount of equipment used in this sport. But that’s not always the case. A lot of women are into rock climbing, specifically free solo climbing for the adrenaline rush. Free solo climbing is outdoor rock climbing wherein a climber has ropes, harnesses, and protective gear while ascending. It can build mental strength and improve your endurance, balance, coordination, and eye-hand and eye-foot coordination.
If you want to practice before heading up to the mountains, you can try indoor rock climbing which can also build strength and can trigger your core. You’ll also be able to practice and would be at low risk of serious injuries. It wouldn’t be that much exciting though compared to the outdoors.
Whatever activity you wish to do, you are still getting yourself out of your comfort zone and are choosing to face something new. Being out in nature is a great way to improve your health, develop skills, make new friends, and gain unique experiences.
