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Health and Wellbeing in an Outdoor and Adventure Sports Context
John Allan1,2, Ashley Hardwell1,2, Chris Kay1,2
1Carnegie School of Sport, Institute of Physical Activity, Leisure and Sport, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds LS6 3QS, UK.
Abstract:
Outdoor and adventure sports (OAS) have been linked to positive health and wellbeing outcomes. This Special Edition brings together cutting-edge research and thought on the implications of this link. An analysis of the papers in this Special Edition reveals important insights into (i) the diverse and powerful outcomes derived from adventure experiences, (ii) how adventure experiences facilitate these outcomes, (iii) how best to design outdoor and adventure experiences. The evidence in this edition indicates a need for a more systematic approach to the inclusion of OAS as important to good health and wellbeing. OAS should be included as part of education, health, policy and planning.
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