No doubt we all need some time off from our busy and sometimes stressful days. While there are an abundance of choices for vacations, we like to think a Costa Rica surf trip is the way to totally decompress and recharge.
Not only is the ocean mesmerizing to look at (and surf in), but so are all of the surrounding landscape, venues, and natural elements…the flora, the fauna. Our local beaches in the Nicoya Peninsula are not only stunningly beautiful for walking on and surfing in, they are also a place where you can unwind and relax under the tropical sunshine. Walking on the beach barefoot has so many benefits. As always, we recommend safety first so be sure you watch where you walk so that you don’t scrape the bottoms of your feet with shells or rocks. And don’t forget to put sunscreen on your feet! They probably haven’t been out in the sun much prior to arriving on your Costa Rica surf trip so protect them from getting burned by always applying sunscreen to both the top and bottom of your feet.
Some of these benefits of going barefoot include:
- An opportunity of enjoying the feeling of sand beneath your feet while walking on the beach. Plus the added bonus of exfoliation!
- Enhances one’s fitness level and strength; building certain muscles that may not have been activated otherwise and can help prevent injury.
- Some studies even suggest that going barefoot helps reduce inflammation and improve posture.
- It can connect you to the Earth’s energy, becoming more grounded and present.
These are just a few of the benefits associated with walking on the beach in bare feet! Why not experience it for yourself during your next surf vacation in Costa Rica?
Surf Playa Negra, Costa Rica with Real Surf Trips and see why it’s called the ‘Rich Coast’. Real Surf Trips offers first class accommodation, experienced teachers, and superior service in one of the best surfing spots in Costa Rica!