You know that sense of calm you feel after meandering along a beach? Well, now there’s evidence proving that being surrounded by water can be wondrous for wellbeing. This area of research into so-called “blue health” is investigating the connection between blue spaces, climate and mental health.   Vikki Weston is a full-time adventurer and entrepreneur, and the founder of She SUPs, an all-women’s stand-up paddleboarding community empowering women and girls. Vikki spends stacks of time surrounded by water - standing on it, swimming in it and witnessing people’s mental health being transformed because of it.    In this episode, Vikki breaks down “blue health” telling us what it is, how the evolution of “green health” has led to interest in blue health, and why water is extra healing in today’s tech-obsesssed world.    WANT MORE FROM VIKKI WESTON?   To hear today's full interview, where Vikki talks more about the health benefits of stand up paddleboarding and her burgeoning business ...search for Extra Healthy-ish wherever you get your pods.    Find out more about Vikki via her website. Or follow She SUPs on Instagram @shesups_ or Facebook.    WANT MORE BODY + SOUL?    Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au for your daily digital dose of health and wellness.   On social: Via Instagram at @bodyandsoul_au or Facebook. Got an idea for an episode or some feedback? DM us or host Felicity Harley on Instagram @felicityharley.    In print: Each Sunday, pick up the latest copy of the Body+Soul/Stellar flipbook inside The Sunday Telegraph (NSW), the Sunday Herald Sun (Victoria), The Sunday Mail (Queensland), Sunday Mail (SA) and Sunday Tasmanian (Tasmania). 

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