Understanding surfing as a ‘blue space’ activity for its contributions to health and wellbeing

Ana Manero; Phoebe George; Asad Yusoff; Lisa Olive; Joanna White

doi:10.1038/s44183-024-00076-4

Understanding surfing as a ‘blue space’ activity for its contributions to health and wellbeing

Ana Manero, Phoebe George, Asad Yusoff, Lisa Olive, Joanna White

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Buckley and Cooper’s estimates of surfing’s economic contributions via enhanced mental health were extrapolated from national park visitation. We extend their argument by distinguishing benefits from green and blue spaces, and the particularities of surfing, both as therapy and recreation. Personal Wellbeing Index scores reveal improved outcomes among Australian surfers, compared to the national population. These diverse well-being effects highlight the value of surfing as an ocean-based ecosystem service.

Original language	English
Article number	37
Number of pages	4
Journal	npj Ocean Sustainability
Volume	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1038/s44183-024-00076-4
Publication status	Published - 7 Aug 2024

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Understanding surfing as a ‘blue space’ activity for its contributions to health and wellbeing

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