Forest walks may boost mood and calm nerves, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT07114146
First seen Apr 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study looked at whether walking in a forest changes heart rate, blood pressure, and mood compared to walking indoors on a treadmill. Sixteen healthy adults took part, each completing three outdoor forest walks and one indoor walk. Researchers measured heart rate variability, blood pressure, and mood before and after each walk. The goal was to see if nature exposure has measurable short-term benefits for the body and mind.
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Universidad de Vigo. Campus Pontevedra
Pontevedra, Pontevedra, 36005, Spain
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Active substance
walking in forest environments
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward simple, nature-based ways to improve mood and reduce stress in healthy people.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 16 healthy adults. Results may not apply to everyone, and any benefits are likely short-term.
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