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The Ready State Podcast

Caroline Paul: Outdoor Adventure for Healthy and Happy Aging

Mar 21, 2024
Caroline Paul discusses how outdoor adventures can improve aging, challenging stereotypes and emphasizing the benefits of community and purpose. They explore the importance of trying new activities for brain health and optimizing hydration during endurance sports. It also delves into magnesium supplements, reframing aging for women in adventure sports, and embracing active aging through outdoor exploration.
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  • Adventure promotes healthy aging by providing purpose and community.
  • Challenges stereotypes about aging women's capabilities and interests.

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The Power of Outdoor Adventure in Healthy Aging

Outdoor adventure, especially for women, plays a significant role in promoting healthy aging by providing purpose, novelty, community, and sensory benefits. Caroline Paul's book, Tough Broad, emphasizes the importance of adventure for women as they age, highlighting how activities like boogie boarding or hiking offer holistic benefits beyond just physical exercise. The book showcases how engagement in outdoor activities can lead to a positive mindset about aging, contributing to a healthier and happier aging journey.

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