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International journal of environmental research and public health2020; 17(11); 4136; doi: 10.3390/ijerph17114136

Nature Relatedness of Recreational Horseback Riders and Its Association with Mood and Wellbeing.

Abstract: Connectedness to nature and nature contact can provide many benefits to humans, like stress reduction, recovery from illness, and increased positive emotions. Likewise, recreational horseback riding is a widespread sports activity with the potential to enhance physical and psychological health. Yet, the influence of connectedness to nature on the wellbeing of older aged recreational horseback riders has not been investigated so far. The aim of the present study therefore was to explore the relationship between nature relatedness and physical, psychological and social wellbeing and happiness. The study sample was composed of Austrian recreational horseback riders aged 45 years and older, who were compared with dog owners and people without pets ( = 178). We found significantly higher nature relatedness, significantly higher overall wellbeing and a significantly better mood rating in recreational horseback riders compared to people without pets and similar scores compared to dog owners. Physical wellbeing is correlated with overall nature relatedness in horseback riders and dog owners, but no correlation was found in people without pets. A structural equation model shows a direct relationship between nature relatedness and mood in horseback riders and an indirect relationship through pet attachment in dog owners. The results suggest the activity with horses and dogs in nature environments is a source of wellbeing, enjoyment, self-confidence and social contacts.
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Publication Date: 2020-06-10 PubMed ID: 32531937PubMed Central: PMC7312614DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17114136Google Scholar: Lookup
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This study examines how being connected to nature, as experienced through the popular activity of recreational horseback riding, affects the physical, psychological, and social wellbeing and happiness of adults aged 45 and older. The researchers discovered that those who engage in horseback riding have higher levels of wellbeing and improved mood compared to people without pets, but yielded similar scores to dog owners.

Research Methodology

  • The study sought to explore the relationship between individuals’ connection to nature, often experienced through activities with pets, and their overall wellbeing and happiness.
  • The research compared three groups: recreational horseback riders, dog owners, and people without pets, all hailing from Austria and aged 45 years and older.

Findings

  • Recreational horseback riders demonstrated higher nature relatedness, greater overall wellbeing, and better mood ratings compared to people without pets.
  • These scores were comparable to those found among dog owners, suggesting that activities with animals in nature contribute significantly to wellbeing, enjoyment, self-confidence, and social interaction.
  • Physical wellbeing was found to correlate with nature relatedness for both pet groups (horseback riders and dog owners), but no correlation was found for people without pets.

Analysis of the Results

  • A structural equation model was used to further analyze the data, which demonstrated a direct relationship between nature relatedness and mood in horseback riders.
  • An indirect relationship was found with pet attachment among dog owners, suggesting that the connection people forge with their pets can positively affect their mood and wellbeing.

Implications of the Study

  • The findings highlight the potential benefits of bonding with nature through activities like horseback riding and dog-owning, particularly for older adults.
  • This research may encourage further studies in the field of nature relatedness and wellbeing, particularly in relation to pets and leisure activities outdoors.

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Schwarzmüller-Erber G, Stummer H, Maier M, Kundi M. (2020). Nature Relatedness of Recreational Horseback Riders and Its Association with Mood and Wellbeing. Int J Environ Res Public Health, 17(11), 4136. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17114136

Publication

International journal of environmental research and public health
ISSN: 1660-4601
NlmUniqueID: 101238455
Country: Switzerland
Language: English
Volume: 17
Issue: 11
PII: 4136

Researcher Affiliations

Schwarzmüller-Erber, Gabriele
  • Department of General Practice and Family Medicine, Center for Public Health, Medical University Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15/1, 1090 Vienna, Austria.
  • Health Sciences, University of Applied Sciences FH Campus Wien, Favoritenstrasse 226, 1100 Vienna, Austria.
Stummer, Harald
  • Institute for Management & Economics in Health Care, UMIT, 6060 Hall i.T., Austria.
  • Faculty of Business, University Seeburg Castle, Seeburgstraße 8, 5201 Seekirchen/Wallersee, Austria.
Maier, Manfred
  • Department of General Practice and Family Medicine, Center for Public Health, Medical University Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15/1, 1090 Vienna, Austria.
Kundi, Michael
  • Department of Environmental Health, Center for Public Health, Medical University Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15/1, 1090 Vienna, Austria.

MeSH Terms

  • Affect
  • Animals
  • Austria
  • Equine-Assisted Therapy
  • Family
  • Horses
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Nature
  • Pets
  • Recreation

Conflict of Interest Statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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