The 20-5-3 Rule for How Much Time To spend in Nature
As outdoor enthusiasts, we’re in the minority when it comes to where we spend most of our time. Arguably the majority of people spend their time indoors, which has consequences on one’s physical, mental, and emotional health. Men's Health offers a three-number formula to combat the negative effects of a life inside, prescribing a simple way to make yourself happier and healthier.20 is the number of minutes you should spend outside in nature 3 times a week.
5 is the number of hours you should spend in “semi-wild nature” a month.
3 is the number of days per year you should spend completely off the grid in nature.
Read more about the “Nature Pyramid” here.