La recreación en la naturaleza como medio alternativo para mantener las capacidades físicas e intelectuales en el adulto mayor.

Abstract

At present, life in urban areas has become very conflicting for the majority of its inhabitants, especially for the elderly, since the pollution has increased at an alarming rate and there are not enough green areas, nor adequate planning, which address the needs of this vulnerable group and society in general; to maintain an adequate state of health and not suffer from illnesses due to lack of physical activity. Outdoor recreation is one of the most viable and profitable alternatives to counteract this problem because by its application will maintain and improve the physical and intellectual capacity of our elderly adults and all those who practice it on a regular basis; resulting in the future, a society healthier and with a self-esteem high enough for the coexistence that this allows to share positive emotions with people who practice it; in addition, cause a change towards a better lifestyle.