Hiking is one such sport which has a wide range; it can be a simple pleasant stroll again it could mean climbing hills and mountains, going on difficult roads and discovering places, which requires a lot of physical strength and stamina. But one thing that is common in all these types of hiking is that it brings you in close proximity with nature.

The daily toil of a person in the busy streets of his city fills his mind with the geometric designs of the buildings and conveyances. There is hardly anyone who does not long to be close to nature and enjoy the warmth of the golden sun, or the brushing of the gentle breeze. But where is the time or the opportunity for anyone to do so?

Hiking is your escape route. Take some time out and seize the moment you have to set out for hiking. It does not have to be a far off place, it could always be some place nearby, but one that will help you rejuvenate your sense of appreciation for the beautiful world that you have been born into. Hiking could be done on plains, mountains, rocky areas; basically, it refers to walking on any kind of terrain.

The present day situation of hustle bustle is making many people opt for this relaxing and getaway method irrespective of all ages. Heidi Jugenitz who is freelancer and business consultant by profession also takes out some time from her busy schedule to go for hiking, which is one of her favourite things to do. She is a very busy person as she not only gives services for consultation to public, private and non-profit organizations but also renders her services towards public health and wellness awareness.

Hiking could be said to be one of the most economical ways to do an outdoor activity and stay fit. Also one added benefit of this type of exercise is that you can always have fun doing it, because you are able to include your friends and family whenever you plan to go on a hike. This is makes it a rather interesting way to maintain a healthy body, instead of the boring lonely strenuous sessions in your gym.

There is no specific time that you have to maintain while planning to go hiking; it could be at anytime and anywhere. You could make a sudden plan on a weekend if you wish, or it could be a well planned one during the vacations. There are no hard and fast rules by which you have to abide in order to go hiking.

Since this deems to be more of a fun thing rather than a serious one like working out to shed off the extra fat, numerous people like Heidi Jugenitz are becoming more and more interested in it. Of course Heidi is more of a nature lover and that is what brings her to hiking more than often.

Surely, hiking gives you the dual bliss of being close to Mother Earth and enjoying the riches of nature; while at the same time taking care of your body without exerting