{"id":2676,"date":"2020-06-14T16:29:09","date_gmt":"2020-06-14T16:29:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/?p=2676"},"modified":"2024-01-31T14:28:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-31T14:28:53","slug":"why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/","title":{"rendered":"Why The Mountains Make Us Feel Alive | Ski Basics"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re a city dweller or all-round nature lover, there&#8217;s no denying the unrivalled thrill of time spent at one with nature. During the recent weeks, whilst spending time at home with our loved ones, we have spent many moments reflecting upon how much joy the mountains bring to our lives. So, here we have put together 10 reasons why spending time in the mountains makes us feel alive and why we cannot wait to be able to enjoy them with you again soon.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#Youre_quite_literally_on_top_of_the_world\" >You&#8217;re quite literally on top of the world<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#Taking_the_time_to_pause\" >Taking the time to pause<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#The_mountains_put_things_into_perspective\" >The mountains put things into perspective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#They_provide_once_in_a_life_time_experience\" >They provide once in a life time experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#An_overwhelming_sense_of_freedom_and_simplicity\" >An overwhelming sense of freedom and simplicity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#They_are_a_true_source_of_adventure\" >They are a true source of adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#The_mountains_offer_the_space_to_challenge_yourself\" >The mountains offer the space to challenge yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#A_deep_breath_of_fresh_air\" >A deep breath of fresh air<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#Health_benefits\" >Health benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/why-the-mountains-make-us-feel-alive\/#Being_surrounded_by_likeminded_people\" >Being surrounded by likeminded people<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_quite_literally_on_top_of_the_world\"><\/span><strong>You&#8217;re quite literally on top of the world<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Being up in the mountains reiterates how small we really are in this wonderful world. Making us feel excitingly vulnerable and emphasising how much of it we have yet to explore.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2694 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"On top of the world\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/49428195153_ddbd3bbb45_o-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1200\/800;\" \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taking_the_time_to_pause\"><\/span><strong>Taking the time to pause<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The mountains give us time to take a moment to be in awe of the natural beauty of the world. Escaping the rush and pollution of modern life and altering your perspective. Just the idea of a trip to the mountains, be it alone or with loved ones can have a positive impact on your mental wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_mountains_put_things_into_perspective\"><\/span><strong>The mountains put things into perspective <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It\u2019s humbling to take time to think that mountains have been here for millions of years before us and will be here long after we have gone. Symbolising the short time that we have on earth to enjoy life to the fullest. As well as our vital role in taking care of it and preserving its beauty for the future generations.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_provide_once_in_a_life_time_experience\"><\/span><strong>They provide once in a life time experience<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Nothing will prepare you for the breathtaking sights of visiting the mountains for the first time. And each time, you will be wowed by their beauty. Whether it be in the spring, summer, autumn or winter, each season offers its own beautiful and unique features. There\u2019s nothing quite like reaching the summit of a mountain for the first time, whether it by on foot or by chairlift. There&#8217;s just so many ways to explore and so many adventures to be had. From skiing, to paragliding or why not try ice climbing?<\/p>\n<h4><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2688 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Once in a lifetime mountain experiences\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/40195070724_ffeb983264_o-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1200\/800;\" \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_overwhelming_sense_of_freedom_and_simplicity\"><\/span><strong>An overwhelming sense of freedom and simplicity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You&#8217;ll easily find yourself surrounded by absolute silence and miles of untouched natural beauty, further than your eyes can see. You\u2019re encouraged to really live in the moment, forgetting the common and often overwhelming stresses of daily life.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_are_a_true_source_of_adventure\"><\/span><strong>They are a true source of adventure <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Vast landscapes with volatile weather conditions, remind us of the true power of mother nature and offer us the chance to explore in the most authentic way.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_mountains_offer_the_space_to_challenge_yourself\"><\/span><strong>The mountains offer the space to challenge yourself <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The mountains do not take consideration of our limitations, meaning we&#8217;re forced to push ourselves to thrive within its challenges. This can symbolise our ability to overcome a multitude of challenges in life that at the time, may seem beyond our capabilities. Both physically and mentally.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2690 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Challenge yourself in the mountains\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/31493347983_6678db5229_o-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1200\/800;\" \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_deep_breath_of_fresh_air\"><\/span><strong>A deep breath of fresh air <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Aside from the metaphorical and emotional sense, being in the mountains really can make you feel alive with a deep breath of fresh, unpolluted air. Whether you\u2019re visiting from a busy city or just the mediocre hustle and bustle of your local town, your body will welcome a well-earned break from the polluted air of the worlds towns and cities. This gives our bodies complex cleaning systems a break from working at their normal rate to reduce the toxins entering our bodies.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_benefits\"><\/span><strong>Health benefits <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Aside from escaping heavily polluted air, the mountains can bring a whole range of physical benefits. From hiking to skiing, almost all of the activities you can engage in whilst in the mountains will aid you in improving your physical health. To hear more on the amazing health benefits of skiing and snowboarding, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skibasics.com\/news\/how-many-calories-do-you-burn-skiing\/\">visit our blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Being_surrounded_by_likeminded_people\"><\/span><strong>Being surrounded by likeminded people <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>When you\u2019re not immersing yourself the silence and solitude of the mountains, you&#8217;ll be surrounded by likeminded individuals. People who share your love and respect for the mountains and the escape that they provide.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to book your next trip to the mountains, take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/skibasics.mychaletbooking.com\/chalets\/?_ga=2.152074687.787610679.1592133104-130463323.1542913859\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our chalet availability here<\/a>. We would love to welcome you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re a city dweller or all-round nature lover, there&#8217;s no denying the unrivalled thrill of time spent at one with nature. During the recent weeks, whilst spending time at home with our loved ones, we have spent many moments reflecting upon how much joy the mountains bring to our lives. 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