We all feel there is something special about walking barefoot on the sand. It has been said to bring a sense of peace, joy, and relaxation. But did you know that walking barefoot on the sand is also good for your physical health? Here are just a few of the benefits that come from taking the time to enjoy a barefoot walk on the beach.
Some of the many benefits barefoot walking on sand can have on your body and mind are:
- Improved blood circulation
- Building up muscles and strengthening joints
- Good exercise without too much effort
- Mindful connection with nature for stress relief
One of the most important benefits of walking barefoot on the sand is that it can help to improve circulation. The sand provides a gentle massage to your feet and helps to stimulate the reflex points in your feet which can help to improve circulation throughout the body. Walking on the sand also helps to reduce tension in the body by soothing the muscles and promoting relaxation.
Another benefit of walking barefoot on the sand is that it helps to strengthen the muscles and joints in your feet and legs. When you walk on the sand, you are forced to use muscles that you wouldn’t normally use, especially if you have a desk job or spend a lot of time sitting. That helps strengthen them. This can reduce the chances of injury and can also help to improve your balance and posture.
Furthermore, walking barefoot on the sand is a great way to get some exercise and burn extra calories. You can walk for miles without getting tired and you don’t need any special equipment. Just the sand and the waves will do the trick!
Let’s not talk only about the physical benefits of barefoot beach walking because awareness and mindfulness, all experts say, are equally important. With a couple of thousand nerve endings, feet are a great conductor of energy, making us aware of our environment. Not to mention calming our nervous system and lowering blood pressure.
So if you’re looking for a way to relax and get some exercise, consider a walk on the beach. Not only will it be enjoyable, but it will also provide you with some health benefits as well. So go ahead, take off your shoes and enjoy the sand beneath your feet.
However, as with every exercise/activity, ensure you listen to your body. Start slowly and build up your time gradually. And, of course, don’t forget your SPF!
Beaches in Sithonia for barefoot walking:
- Sarti Beach – a morning walk with the spectacular sun rising above Mount Athos
- Trani Ammouda – a very long sandy beach
- Sykia Beach – long sandy beach usually without the crowd
- Nikiti Beach – one of the most popular beaches in Sithonia with a lot of bars and restaurants
- Tristinika Beach – quiet sandy beach with campers
- Armenistis Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece
- Akti Salonikiou – consists of three beaches (Salonikiou Beach, Krotiri Beach, and Eleonas Beach), and you can visit any of them to walk and collect shells
- Toroni Beach – a beautiful sandy beach with taverns and restaurants
